Alarm Bells Ring in Germany Over Chinese Tech Advancements

During the next five years, Germany will phase out components made by Chinese companies Huawei and ZTE from its 5G wireless network. This will likely worsen its already strained ties with the second-largest economy in the world, which may further strain its relations with Germany.

According to the German Interior Ministry (BMI), by the end of 2026, components made by Chinese technology companies such as Huawei and ZTE will not be allowed to be used in the construction of the country’s next-generation 5G mobile networks made by the German industry. 

To comply with this decision, the BMI decided that all existing components must be replaced by the year 2029.

Considering 5G networks as a critical infrastructure, the German government maintains that they will have a key role to play in the energy, transportation, health care, and finance sectors in the coming years.

A statement made by Huawei has been issued to CNN, stating that there has been no evidence or scenario that explicitly illustrates that its technology poses any security risks. 

A statement from the Chinese embassy in Germany said it was committed to taking whatever “necessary measures” to protect the interests of Chinese companies in Germany.

According to the ban, Chinese technology companies are increasingly viewed with suspicion due to their alleged too-close ties to the government in Beijing as a result of their proliferation of investments. 

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Alarm Bells Ring in Germany Over Chinese Tech Advancements