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Recommendation 17
17
It is clear that Huawei is strongly linked to the Chinese state and the Chinese...
Conclusion
It is clear that Huawei is strongly linked to the Chinese state and the Chinese Communist Party, despite its statements to the contrary. This is evidenced by its ownership model and the subsidies it has received. Additionally, Huawei’s apparent willingness to support China’s intelligence agencies and the 2017 National Intelligence Law are further cause for concern. Having a company so closely tied to a state and political organisation sometimes at odds with UK interests should be a point of concern and the decision to remove Huawei from our networks is further supported by these links. (Paragraph 103) 77 The Security of 5G
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
The UK has always been open to a range of vendors in our telecommunications network. We welcome Chinese investment, but will take the necessary measures to protect our national security—as we have done for our 5G infrastructure. Since Huawei first came to the UK in 2003, the risk associated with their presence has been carefully managed. Huawei’s presence in the UK has been subject to detailed formal oversight through the HCSEC since 2010, and the HCSEC Oversight Board, which has reported annually since 2014.