British Government allows Huawei in its 5G roll-out

Victor Zhang, Vice President at Huawei, has made the following statement:

Huawei is reassured by the UK governments affirmation that we can continue working with our clients to hold the 5G roll-out on track. This evidence-based decision will result in a more advanced, more secure and more affordable telecoms infrastructure that is fit for the future. It offers the UK access to world-leading technology and ensures a competitive market.

We have provided modern technology to telecoms operators in the UK for more than 15 years. We will build on this strong track record, assisting our clients as they make investments in their 5G networks, boosting economic growth and assisting the UK proceed to compete globally.

We agree a diverse vendor market and fair competition are vital for network reliability and innovation, as well as making sure consumers have access to the best possible technology.