The international debate over 5G is causing a stalemate in the United States, China and Europe. Global powers are squabbling over the development and diffusion of the technology that will shape the future.

Governments are investing heavily in research and development to replace legacy networks. EE and Vodafone recently announced that 3G will be phased out in the UK before the end of 2023. The big question is who will define and verify the new network standards. These standards guide not only the safety of individuals and organizations in the UK – but individuals and organizations around the world.

“5G is essential to economic progress,” said Priya Chopra, Head of Network Program at CMI UK and EU at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS).

Is China a target?

So far, Huawei has been the most visible victim of political tensions around network technology. Since 2021, the Chinese organization will be banned from supplying the UK with technology.

That hasn’t stopped the Chinese government from trying to drive global adoption of the 5G network. This strategy prompted the United States to ban several Chinese technology companies.

According to Priya Chopra (TCS), Huawei is not the only victim on the world stage. There are several direct consequences. Think extensive reviews of communications products, and new reviews and certifications for network technology and coding requirements for applications. ”

Europe’s role

Europe is also trying to play a role in developing new network standards. 5G availability and regulation are essential components of Principles of the digital contract Introduced by the European Commission in January.

The French and German governments provided €17.7 million in January to support four 5G initiatives. Consider open 5G networks in office areas and the development of 5G management systems for telecom operators.

French Economy Minister Bron Le Maire described the French and German ecosystems as “a key role in Europe’s leading position as an innovator of 5G networks”.

What is the United States doing?

In January, the largest US carriers warned that the rollout of 5G posed a risk to air traffic. 5G signals around airports may interfere with aircraft communications equipment.

Laura Dinardis, professor of communications at the American College of the University, responded with the criticism. The locations of 5G antennas should not be discussed in the news of the world in a developed community. This should be done behind the scenes, without the mediation of social media. This is not what technology policy should look like.”