Germany s interior ministry plans to require telecoms operators to reduce their use of Huawei and ZTE equipment in 5G networks. The move comes as Germany reevaluates its relationship with China. The ministry proposes a phased approach, with operators removing critical components from Chinese vendors by 2026. Operators have criticized the plans, warning of disruption and potential legal action.
BERLIN, Sept 19 Germany’s interior ministry is planning to force telecoms operators to slash the use of equipment from Huawei and ZTE in their 5G networks after a review.
Germany’s interior ministry is planning to force telecoms operators to slash their use of equipment from China’s Huawei and ZTE, a government official said, prompting an angry response from operators who warned of likely disruption and legal action.