EU ban on Chinese technology in 5G revolution would hit trade, investment and cooperation, analysts say

02/06/2019

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Keegan Elmer | South China Morning Post

  • Beijing hints at retaliation if Europe takes punitive action against Huawei
  • Analyst says development of 5G has become geopolitical football

Trade, investment and scientific cooperation between Europe and China are at risk of taking a “big step back” as the European Union considers banning Chinese telecom giant Huawei, analysts said.