Australia's Ministries of Defense and Foreign Affairs are removing surveillance cameras made by Chinese companies from their facilities. The foreign minister said on Friday that the technology posed a security risk following reports.
The cameras are being removed as the two countries try to improve diplomatic relations. In fact, in 2018, relations between the two countries deteriorated due to Australia's decision to ban Chinese tech giant Huawei from its 5G broadband network.
Chinese cameras will be removed in Australia's Ministry of Defense and Foreign Affairs
Foreign Minister Penny Wong said in an interview with state media ABC, "We are removing them. I have asked my department to quickly replace these cameras. The Defense Minister has asked the Ministry of Defense to ensure that Chinese cameras should be removed and replaced."
Relations with China will not be affected – Defense Minister
Defense Minister Richard Marles said Chinese-made security cameras installed under the previous government had been removed from his ministry. He said he did not expect it to impact relations with China.
He told reporters, “We take steps for our security, which the country is fully entitled to. We value a productive relationship with China. China is our biggest trading partner."
Ban on Chinese products in Britain and America as well
Explain that Britain had cited security risks to its government departments in November. Along with this, it was asked to stop installing surveillance cameras connected to China in sensitive buildings. At the same time, some US states have banned the sellers and products of many Chinese companies.
Australia should provide the best environment to Chinese companies – Foreign Ministry
China's foreign ministry was questioned on Thursday about concerns about equipment, in response to which it urged Australia to provide a "fair environment" for Chinese companies.
Superstar Prabhas's film 'Kalki 2898 AD' is one of the most awaited films of this year. The audie
India has been at the forefront of Internet shutdowns in the world for the fifth consecutive year
After the lock of the temple which was closed for the last 46 years in the Muslim-dominated area
Mahavir Jayanti 2023: When is Mahavir Jayanti? Know the date, worship, and their principles
According to the Panchang, the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavira, the 24th and last Tirthankara
The consecration program is to be held in Ram temple in Ayodhya on 22 January. Before that, prepa
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated Asia's largest technology platform, India Mobi
Sushmita Sen reached the party with Roman. Stars are often in the news for their love affairs. If
The festival of Baisakhi is being celebrated with great pomp across the country on 14 April (toda
A large part of India is struggling with the scorching heat these days and now the
The teams of India and Bangladesh will face each other in the Super-Four round today. With this m
