The Pentagon has a problem: How does one of the world’s largest employers avoid doing business with companies that rely on China’s Huawei Technologies Co., the world’s largest telecommunications provider?
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    The Bloomberg article discusses the Pentagon’s dilemma regarding the 2019 US law that prohibits the Defense Department from contracting with entities using Huawei equipment. The Pentagon argues it cannot avoid Huawei due to its global telecommunications presence, essential for military logistics. The Pentagon seeks a waiver from this restriction, citing national security concerns, but Congress has so far resisted, reflecting growing anti-China sentiment. The debate continues, with some officials pushing for stricter adherence to the law and others acknowledging the necessity of limited exemptions to maintain operational efficiency in critical regions.