Security News > 2020 > December > German Government Backs Bill Requiring 5G Security Pledge
German Chancellor Angela Merkel's Cabinet approved a bill Wednesday that would require companies involved in setting up critical infrastructure such as high-speed 5G networks to guarantee that their equipment can't be used for sabotage, espionage or terrorism.
The bill, which now goes to parliament, seeks to address concerns that vendors such as Chinese tech company Huawei might pose a security risk if they have access to core parts of the German telecoms network.
A German government spokesman declined to comment directly when asked about the Trump administration's threat to cut off intelligence sharing with countries that use Huawei gear.
"For the 5G rollout, we believe this means that there will be higher and uniform security standards for all technology vendors," it said, adding that the law would allow all vendors to compete fairly if they meet the security requirements.
"Huawei will continue to work transparently with regulators, customers, and industry organizations to ensure the security of mobile networks."