Huawei presents security threat, has deep connections to Chinese intelligence service: Pompeo

WASHINGTON: Huawei is owned by the Chinese government, has deep connections to their intelligence services and presents a national security threat, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has cautioned, urging the countries to think twice before signing up with one the world’s biggest tech firms.

Shenzhen-based Huawei has faced increasing headwinds in its push to make inroads in the US market, as the White House and Republican lawmakers target Chinese tech companies, citing national security concerns.

The company has repeatedly denied allegations from US lawmakers that its technology could be used by the Chinese government to gather intelligence.