In terms of both high technology and 5G network, China is surrounded by concerns. The US has clearly stated that it does not want China’s 5G network components in its own country, however, it has also warned other countries. Finally, German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser said that she examined all Chinese components installed in the 5G network.Germany worries about China
At a time when Germany is re-evaluating its relations with China, its biggest trading partner, such a statement is also meaningful. “We must protect our communication networks,” Faeser told Bild am Sonntag newspaper, adding that the investigations will focus on three main issues. These topics will be to identify risks, prevent dangers and avoid technology addiction.
According to Faeser, 5G network infrastructure is an extremely important issue “especially for critical infrastructure”. Germany is considering banning some components of Chinese companies Huawei and ZTE from its telecom networks, as a potentially important move to address security concerns, a government source told Reuters last month. The German government avoids mentioning Huawei openly, but there are concerns that such companies’ close links with Beijing’s security services mean that their placement in the mobile networks of the future could give Chinese spies and even saboteurs access to basic infrastructure.
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