Rakuten CEO Mikitani Says He's Happy He Shunned Huawei and ZTE

The speaker, a Japanese individual, discusses the geopolitical context between the US and China and its impact on network equipment decisions. They explain their choice to avoid Chinese network equipment due to perceived risks, opting instead for Nokia while developing their own hardware. The speaker also reflects on the potential impact of these decisions on Chinese companies like Huawei and ZTE, highlighting the challenges of using Chinese vendors in the telecom industry.

What was the main reason the speaker decided against using Chinese network equipment?

• Lack of availability

• Potential security risks

• Government regulations

• Cost considerations

Which company did the speaker choose for antenna hardware?

• Huawei

• ZTE

• Nokia

• Ericsson

What is the speaker's approach to building their network infrastructure?

• Using only Chinese vendors

• Relying solely on Nokia for all hardware

• Integrating and building core components themselves

• Outsourcing all components

What potential impact does the speaker foresee for Chinese telecom companies like Huawei and ZTE?

• Serious compromise in business

• Partnerships with Japanese companies

• Expansion into new markets

• Increased market share

According to the speaker, what is a challenge in using Chinese vendors in the telecom industry?

• High costs

• Technological inferiority

• Lack of innovation

• Geopolitical difficulties