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Huawei points to spotless track record

Huawei booth at the mobile communications fair in Barcelona.
While the German government considers Chinese network technology a security risk, Huawei stresses the satisfaction of its customers. In fact, geopolitical considerations play just as big a role in the debate as tangible technical risks. Wireless network operators in Germany, such as Telekom and O2, warn that they need time to make the switch.
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Finn Mayer-Kuckuk
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The planned examination of key components from Chinese manufacturers in the German mobile network has been met with a divided response. The Huawei Group, which is at the center of the debate, pointed to an impeccable security track record in a statement to Table.Media. “Huawei has been extremely reliable in delivering technology to Germany and around the world for the past 20 years,” a spokesperson said, adding that there had never been any significant incidents of any kind.

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