European telcos may get more time to phase out high-risk suppliers under EU proposal

European telcos may get more time to phase out high-risk suppliers under EU proposal

Europe's mobile telecoms operators could get more time to phase out equipment from suppliers deemed high ​risk, according to a proposal by EU governments seen by ‌Reuters, after the sector complained replacement could reach €40 billion ($45 billion).

Europe May Give Telcos More Time to Replace Huawei as €40 Billion Cost Threatens 5G and 6G Investment

European telecom operators could get more time to remove network equipment supplied by companies classified as high risk, as the industry warns that an accelerated replacement programme could cost as much as €40 billion ($45 billion) and divert investment from fibre, 5G and future 6G networks. The development could significantly change the investment implications of […]