Huawei, a leader in next-generation 5G wireless technology, is prohibited from establishing 5G networks in the United States over concerns about its links to the government in Beijing and possible security threats.

 

The administration of President Donald Trump is endeavoring to persuade its allies to do the same.

 

But Hamilton Mourao, who is regarded an average voice in President Jair Bolsonaro's government, told reporters Brazil's ties with its biggest trade partner China could not be 'disregarded.' 'There is no veto of Huawei in Brazil. Huawei has been here for 10 years,' Mr Mourao said.

 

An auction of 5G spectrum is supposed to be held next year. Mr Bolsonaro railed against China during last year's election campaign, but has transformed his tune since getting into office in January.

 

Brazil has sought to keep itself from the ongoing US-China trade war trying to stay onside with both countries. 'We are experiencing a moment of instability, of competition between countries, a return to a certain protectionism,' Mr Mourao said. Brazil, he added, has to adopt a position that is both 'flexible and pragmatic.'

 

Source: TRONSERVE