India taps EU to adopt bloc’s security recommendations for 5G network

The Indian telecom policymaker and regulator are engaging with their counterparts in the European Union (EU) to standardise 5G norms so that security risks can be captured. This comes even as the telecom operators remain in a fix about 5G rollout amid financial and security concerns.

The European Commission — an institution of the EU, responsible for proposing legislation, implementing decisions, upholding the EU treaties and managing the day-to-day business of the EU — is working on a recommendation which addresses cybersecurity risks in 5G networks. The Commission aims to set out guidance on appropriate risk analysis and management measures at the national level, on developing a coordinated European risk assessment and on establishing a process to develop a common toolbox of best risk management measures.