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flag The EU plans to force removal of Chinese telecom and solar gear from critical infrastructure by 2026, following U.S. pressure and bans in other nations.

flag The European Union is preparing to mandate the removal of Chinese-made equipment from critical infrastructure like telecom networks and solar systems, according to a Financial Times report. flag The proposed rules would make current voluntary restrictions on vendors like Huawei and ZTE mandatory, with phase-out timelines based on sector-specific risks, costs, and alternative supplier availability. flag The move follows U.S. pressure and previous bans in the UK and Sweden, though Germany and Spain have resisted due to market size. flag The European Commission, China’s commerce ministry, Huawei, and ZTE did not comment. flag The plan is set for presentation in early January 2026, with final decisions pending.

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