How Will Huawei Factor In to EU’s 5G Security Risk Plan?

The transcript discusses Boris Johnson's decision to allow parts of the 5G network to be built by Hollway and the EU's response. The EU is considering restricting access to certain suppliers deemed risky for national security, without specifically mentioning China or Huawei. This leaves room for Huawei's participation in the EU's 5G rollout. The situation is not just about technology but also involves trade and geopolitical tensions, with the EU caught between China and the US. The EU aims to use vague language to maintain diplomatic balance, especially considering Germany's strong trade ties with China.

What was Boris Johnson's decision regarding the 5G network?

• To delay the 5G rollout

• To build the network solely with European companies

• To allow parts of the network to be built by Huawei

• To ban Huawei completely

What is the EU's position on mentioning specific countries or companies in their 5G decision?

• They explicitly mention China and Huawei

• They avoid specific mentions, leaving room for Huawei

• They only mention US companies

• They ban all non-European companies

How does the EU view its position in the geopolitical landscape regarding 5G?

• Caught in a Cold War between China and the US

• Aligned with China against the US

• As a neutral party

• Aligned with the US against China

What is the US's perspective on the EU's dealings with Huawei?

• The EU is making a wise decision

• The EU is naive about Huawei's connections

• The EU should partner with China

• The EU should focus on its own technology

Why is the EU's language in their decision intentionally vague?

• To delay the 5G rollout

• To keep all parties, including the US and China, satisfied

• To confuse the public

• To avoid making any decision