Germany has announced that it will prohibit the use of components manufactured by Chinese companies Huawei and ZTE in the core parts of the country's 5G networks. This decision will be implemented in two phases, with the ban on Huawei and ZTE components in 5G core networks set to take effect by the end of 2026. Additionally, 'critical management systems' from these two manufacturers in 5G access and transport networks must be replaced by the end of 2029.
The Interior Ministry revealed that negotiations were conducted with major German telecommunication companies, including Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone, and Telefonica, which are responsible for operating the country's 5G networks. Agreements will be formalized with all three companies to enforce the restrictions on Huawei and ZTE components.
