This week, Huawei’s offices in France were searched by financial prosecutors, but French authorities quickly pointed out that this was a preliminary investigation and did not indicate any wrongdoing.
However, there are reasons to suspect China-based firms of corruption, favoritism and influence-trading.
Both Huawei and French authorities confirmed the raid on Tuesday but did not provide further details.
The company’s spokesman responded by reminding France that Huawei has invested millions in research in the country and will open a factory worth billions of wireless communications equipment in 2025.
The factory will provide jobs and prices, so Huawei has no reason to interfere. Internal affairs.
He noted that Huawei has been in France for the past 20 years and has always complied with the law and will continue to do so. Nevertheless, the firm will cooperate and assist the French authorities in the investigation.
