Di Yi Cai Jing·2026-01-21 09:04Core Viewpoint - The European Union's proposed amendments to the Cybersecurity Act aim to phase out "high-risk suppliers" in critical sectors, which may significantly impact Chinese tech companies like Huawei and ZTE [1][3]. Industry Impact - The revised measures will apply to 18 critical sectors, including telecommunications, cloud services, medical devices, and more, with a 36-month timeline for mobile operators to phase out key components from high-risk suppliers [5][7]. - The proposal is expected to impose substantial costs on the telecommunications industry, with potential replacement and regulatory costs reaching billions of euros [7]. - The EU's move reflects a broader trend of increasing scrutiny on Chinese technology, as seen in Germany's recent decisions regarding 6G networks and the U.S. ban on Huawei and ZTE equipment [6]. Company Reactions - Chinese companies, including Huawei, have expressed serious concerns over the EU's proposed measures, arguing that they violate market principles and fair competition rules [4][8]. - Huawei has stated that the legislative proposal contradicts fundamental legal principles of the EU and its obligations under the World Trade Organization framework [8][9]. - The company plans to closely monitor the legislative process and reserves the right to take measures to protect its legal rights [9].