US postpones sanctions against Huawei for another 90 days

Today, August 19, the grace period that US authorities gave to American companies after the introduction of Huawei has expired

into a black list". However, the "sentence" for the Chinese manufacturer, as expected, was again postponed.

What happened

Recall that grace period allows UScompanies continue to collaborate with Huawei, despite the sanctions, and sell it components and technology. And today this period was extended for another 90 days - until November 19.

“We give US telecommunications companies more90 days. Some rural companies are dependent on Huawei. Therefore, we give them some more time, ”said US Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross.

Despite this, the minister stressed, the United States still has questions for Huawei on national security issues.

At the same time, US President Donald Trump, who recently promised to “pardon” Huawei, is categorically against cooperation with a Chinese company.

“Huawei is a company with which we cannot conduct business at all. I do not want any business with her, because it poses a threat to our national security, ”Trump said.