Brendan Carr, the chairman of the FCC (the US equivalent of the NTC Thailand) and a key ally of President Donald Trump, has issued a warning to European countries. They must choose whether to support US communication technology like Elon Musk’s Starlink or risk relying on Chinese systems. This comes after Europe raised questions about the reliability of Starlink due to previous considerations of cutting off Starlink services in Ukraine.
Carr criticized Europe’s treatment of US tech companies as unfair, citing the European Commission’s protectionist policies and anti-US stance. Concerns over Starlink are overstated when compared to the risks of depending on Chinese technology.
In addition, Carr has urged telecom giants like Nokia and Ericsson to expand their manufacturing base in the US. He warns that both companies may face increased import taxes under Trump’s administration. However, relocating production to the US could lead to quicker regulatory approvals.
Although satellite company stocks in Europe have risen recently, experts believe they still do not pose a significant threat to Starlink. The European Commission has affirmed that they treat all companies fairly and in accordance with global standards.
TLDR: Brendan Carr warns European countries to choose between supporting US technology like Starlink or risking reliance on Chinese systems. He criticizes Europe’s treatment of US tech companies and encourages Nokia and Ericsson to expand their manufacturing in the US. Despite rising stock prices, experts do not see European satellite companies as a significant competitor to Starlink.
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