"Voxalleges that the nation's security has been compromised in deals with China's Communist Party, specifically citing Huawei's contracts within the Interior Department"
In a recent inquiry, Spanish news outlet Vox sought clarification on the measures the European Union (EU) plans to implement to prevent unilateral decisions made by Pedro Sánchez from compromising European security.
The topic of discussion revolves around Spain's decision to hire Huawei for the Ministry of the Interior. The European Commission has issued a warning to Spain over this matter, expressing concerns about the potential increase in foreign interference and the associated security risks.
Specifically, the concerns centre around the use of Chinese hardware in Spanish surveillance and judicial wiretap systems. Jorge Buxadé, head of the VOX delegation in the European Parliament, has accused the Spanish Government of selling 'national security' to China with Huawei contracts for the Interior. He has described these contracts as a 'deal with a critical agent' that increases the risk of foreign interference.
In response to Vox's inquiry, the European Commission reiterated its 2023 commitment to avoid mobile networks using Huawei for their communications due to the significantly higher risks associated with Chinese technology. This stance is in line with the EU's agreement with 5G providers to avoid using Huawei equipment, favouring other suppliers such as Nokia and Ericsson.
Buxadé has expressed satisfaction with the European Commission's response, stating that Sánchez's contracts with Huawei pose a security risk. He has also accused Sánchez of selling 'national security, the protection of telecommunications, and the independence of Spain' to the Chinese Communist Party.
The European Commission's response comes after Vox posed a question about the security risks derived from the use of Chinese hardware in systems of surveillance and judicial wiretaps in Spain on July 23. The Commission has yet to announce any specific actions to address these concerns, but their stance against Huawei use in mobile networks suggests a cautious approach to the issue.
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In conclusion, the European Commission's warning and stance against Huawei's involvement in Spain's Interior Ministry highlight the growing concerns about foreign interference and security risks associated with the use of Chinese technology in critical infrastructure. As the situation develops, it will be interesting to see how Spain responds to these concerns and the actions the EU may take to ensure the security of its member states.
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