U.S. advises Vietnam to avoid Chinese firm HMN Technologies for undersea cable construction.

The U.S. is advising Vietnam to avoid Chinese firm HMN Technologies in its plan to construct ten new undersea cables by 2030, amid concerns over the reliability of existing connections. U.S. officials have engaged in discussions with Vietnamese leaders to address these cable strategies and have shared intelligence on potential sabotage risks. The U.S. warns that selecting less experienced contractors could deter American investment in Vietnam's infrastructure.

September 18, 2024
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