British telecom companies banned use of Huawei 5G kit

On Monday, the British government received a major blow to the Chinese company Huawei. The government, while issuing the order, has ordered local telecom companies not to use the Huawei 5G kit from September 2021. Apart from this, orders have also been issued to remove already used Huawei equipment by the end of 2027. This announcement was made before the debate in Parliament, where the new telecom rules are to be discussed.

National Security Risk

The UK government issued the order, taking into account the security risk posed by US intelligence partners. It says that there is a risk on the national security front from Huawei. The government has already banned the purchase of the new Huawei 5G kit. Britain said its decision in July was related to concerns that US sanctions on-chip technology could affect the supply chain.

British digital minister Oliver Dowden said that we are completely removing high-risk vendors from the country’s 5G network. Under the new rules, we are prohibiting those telecom devices which can pose a threat to our national security.

Huawei accusation

China has criticized Britain’s decision. Earlier, Huawei said last week that the UK government wants to exclude it from the 5G expansion in the country under the new law. Under the new law, if a company does not accept the restrictions, it will be fined £100,000.

The UK government has also announced a new strategy for the 5G supply chain. This includes an initial investment of £250 million. As well as the setting up of trial and new research facilities in collaboration with the Japanese company NEC.