Australia prepares to ban Huawei from 5G project over security fears

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3 smartphone supplier, has promised that Canberra will have complete oversight of 5G network equipment, which could include base stations, towers and radio transmission equipment. But Australian intelligence agencies have told lawmakers that oversight will not allay their concerns, two political sources who have been briefed on the matter told Reuters. The move to ban Huawei in Australia comes as tensions mount over China's growing power and ambitions in the region. For the Australian Security and Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) and the U.S., it is not worth the risk," a second political source said. AUSTRALIA-CHINA TENSIONSAlthough Australia's intelligence agencies are unwavering in their advice, Turnbull has yet to formally sign off on the Huawei ban.

Huawei wins $136m 4G telecommunications contract for Perth trains amid security concerns

Controversial Chinese company Huawei has been awarded a $136 million telecommunications contract by the WA Government, raising concerns the deal could compromise Australia's security. Huawei is in a joint venture with UGL to build 4G communications systems for voice and data services on Perth trains, including the yet-to-be completed Forrestfield Airport Link. WA Opposition Leader Mike Nahan said there were significant security concerns about the deal"There are serious strategic issues related to this contract," he said. A decision about locking certain companies out of the 5G network is expected to be made by the National Security Committee of Cabinet soon. "We provided that security advice to the State Opposition, for them now to ignore that I think shows just how low they'll go."

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