Huawei denies being bound by Chinese spy lawsLast week the OMB had said it would need more time to implement the ban, which requires third-party suppliers and contractors to restrict their purchases and use of Huawei equipment. But the White House reversed course after “recent conversations with Congress,” Vought said in the letter dated Wednesday. “As we move forward to meet the statutory deadline without further delay, we will work with Congress to address any unforeseen issues that arise,” Vought said. Google flags US national security risks from Huawei banThe defence law, called the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), placed a broad ban on the use of federal money to purchase products from Huawei, citing national security concerns. It included a ban on direct federal purchases of Huawei equipment, which will take effect this year.

Source: The Express Tribune June 13, 2019 06:20 UTC