Huawei is ready to enter into a “no backdoor” agreement with India to allay security concerns, its local head said on Monday.
India, the world’s second-biggest wireless market by users, has yet to begin 5G trials and has not taken a decision on allowing or banning Huawei from the test runs.
Huawei, which has a 28% global share of the telecoms equipment market, is closely engaging with India to clarify its stand on 5G solutions, network security and Chinese intelligence laws, Jay Chen, the CEO of its India unit, told Reuters.
“From the very beginning, I have confidence that Indian industry, the India market will welcome Huawei because I have contributed a lot with my unique value,” Chen said. “I am ready to sign (a no-backdoor agreement).”
“If (the Indian) government wants, we are open to having the source codes in an escrow account,” Chen said, adding that the company was also willing to manufacture more of its telecoms gear locally.
This approach is inline with what Huawei has been saying.
Huawei's founder and CEO Ren Zhengfei said late last month that Huawei is willing to sign "no backdoor" agreements with every country worldwide, and is confident that the company can gain their trust.
"Some countries in Europe have already given us many opportunities. I think that's very tolerant and we're satisfied… I can't make everyone understand us," Ren added.
In spite of the US crackdown on Huawei on the global stage, a growing number of telecom carriers overseas have chosen the 5G equipment made by the Chinese company for their own interests.
Huawei has secured more than 50 commercial 5G contracts globally, and has delivered more than 200,000 5G base stations, the company said earlier in September.
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