In a recent development, the ongoing tensions between China and the United States have taken a new turn as China’s Ministry of State Security accuses the US of infiltrating Huawei Technologies Co. servers and carrying out continuous cyber-attacks since 2009. This accusation further intensifies the battle for technological supremacy between the two countries. Cybersecurity has become a point of contention, with each side accusing the other of orchestrating attacks.
China’s Accusations:
According to a post on China’s Ministry of State Security’s official WeChat account, the Tailored Access Operations unit of the National Security Agency is purported to have initiated the attacks in 2009. Since then, they allegedly monitored Huawei servers continuously while the details of subsequent attacks have not been disclosed. These assertions shed light on the significance of cyber espionage as a contentious issue between the US and China.
Tensions between Washington and Beijing:
The accusations made by China’s Ministry of State Security mark the latest development in the ongoing tensions between the US and China. Ever since Edward Snowden’s explosive allegations about US spying, China has accused the US of orchestrating attacks against Chinese targets. In return, Washington, along with cybersecurity researchers, has repeatedly accused China of sponsoring attacks against the West. The technology sector, particularly Huawei, has become a focal point in this rivalry.
Rise of Huawei and US Concerns:
Huawei’s rise as a global telecommunications leader has alarmed Washington, especially after the company unveiled a smartphone powered by its advanced chip designed and manufactured by Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. Despite enduring years-long US sanctions aimed at severing Huawei’s access to American technology necessary for developing sophisticated chips and phones, the company has persisted.
China’s Response:
Responding to the accusations, China’s Foreign Ministry spokeswoman, Mao Ning, emphasized that the US has been “over-stretching” the concept of national security with its clampdown on Chinese enterprises. She further stated that China’s development will not be deterred, but instead, the country will be more determined to pursue its technological advancements.
US Commerce Secretary’s Perspective:
US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo expressed her concern upon Huawei’s release of the Mate 60 Pro during her recent visit to China. However, she mentioned that the US has no evidence to suggest that China can produce advanced semiconductors required for powering the handset on a large scale. This highlights the ongoing concerns and skepticism surrounding China’s technological capabilities.
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