Huawei’s Latest Smartphone Launch Sparks Concerns of US Sanction Evasion

The U.S. government has formally launched an investigation into the advanced Chinese-made chips found in Huawei’s new mobile phones.
Huawei’s Latest Smartphone Launch Sparks Concerns of US Sanction Evasion
A pedestrian talks on the phone while walking past a Huawei Technologies Co. store in Beijing on Jan. 29, 2019. Kevin Frayer/Getty Images
Lisa Bian
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Huawei’s recent launch of its latest smartphone, which uses an advanced 7-nanometer chip made in China and an unidentified South Korean chip, has raised questions about whether the regime in Beijing has breached U.S. sanctions.

The Chinese telecom equipment company unveiled its Mate 60 Pro smartphone in late August as U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo wrapped up her visit to China.

Lisa Bian, B.Med.Sc., is a healthcare professional holding a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Science. With a rich background, she has accrued over three years of hands-on experience as a Traditional Chinese Medicine physician. In addition to her clinical expertise, she serves as an accomplished writer based in Korea, providing valuable contributions to The Epoch Times. Her insightful pieces cover a range of topics, including integrative medicine, Korean society, culture, and international relations.
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