Hudson Leads Bipartisan Letter to Rubio to Counter Chinese Telecom Threat

Congressman Richard Hudson (NC-09) sent a bipartisan letterto Secretary of State Marco Rubio, requesting the State Department use its diplomatic efforts to counter the spread of Chinese telecommunications networks and strengthen U.S. leadership in global technology standards.

Hudson and a bipartisan group of lawmakers sent the letter urging U.S. diplomats to prioritize secure, trusted telecommunications networks in engagements abroad, especially in developing regions where Chinese-backed firms are expanding.

"The CCP seeks to sideline the United States in international telecommunication and technology standards bodies. If successful, our allies and partners around the world may increasingly turn to CCP-linked entities for telecommunications and satellite solutions, and digital services. This is bad for American businesses, bad for Americans who rely on these devices and services in their daily lives, and ultimately undermines our economic and national security. Given this, the U.S. should be an active participant in all upcoming ITU engagements,"said Rep. Hudson.

At a House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee hearing on securing U.S. leadership in communications technology, Hudson reinforced the need for stronger coordination with allies and a clear strategy to counter China's influence in global telecom and satellite systems.

Hudson emphasized decisions made now on 5G, 6G, and spectrum policy will shape economic competitiveness and national security for decades.

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