EU Court Adviser Backs Authority to Restrict Huawei in 5G Networks

The European Union (EU) Court in Luxembourg announced it is supporting efforts to restrict Huawei from 5G networks, stating that the EU, not just national governments, can set rules limiting high-risk suppliers.

The opinion also said telecom operators are not entitled to compensation for replacing Huawei equipment, a setback for major European carriers that warn such bans could disrupt networks, according to Politico.

The case, brought by an Estonian carrier, Elisa, challenged the EU’s authority on the issue. A final ruling from the Court of Justice is expected later this year, as the EU continues pushing to reduce reliance on Chinese telecom vendors over security concerns.