Policy · 2h ago
EU telcos fear Huawei can't fund network equipment replacement
Proposed EU cybersecurity rules may force telecoms to replace high-risk Chinese network gear, costing tens of billions. Operators question whether Huawei can afford to fund the swap-out. The legislation targets vendors deemed high-risk, potentially reshaping Europe's telecom supply chain.
Meridian48 take
The real story may be less about Huawei's finances and more about whether EU carriers can bear the cost and disruption of a rapid vendor swap.
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