Hungary says it sees Huawei as a strategic IT partner
- Finance minister meets senior executive from the Chinese tech firm, says the company will help Hungary to develop its broadband internet network
- Huawei has faced growing scrutiny around the world amid security concerns
In a statement issued after Finance Minister Mihaly Varga met a senior Huawei executive in Beijing, Varga was quoted as saying Huawei would help Hungary develop its broadband internet network and meet its goal of high-speed internet access for 90 per cent of families by 2025, as per an earlier agreement
Huawei has faced growing scrutiny around the globe due to fears that the Chinese government could use its technology for spying. The United States has called on its allies not to use Huawei’s products.
The Chinese group has repeatedly denied allegations that its technology could be used for spying.
Huawei employs more than 2,000 people and runs its biggest logistics centre outside China in Hungary, Varga noted after his meeting with James Li, regional president of Huawei’s European operations.
In central Europe, Hungary and Poland have been building close relations with China in recent years, seeking economic opportunities.
