Founded in 1987, Huawei Technologies has developed into the largest manufacturer of telecommunications equipment in China, and the second largest in the world. As the high-tech company speeds up expansion, its U.S. venture is encountering more hurdles than anywhere else in the world.

In the global village, a cell phone and internet service have become an essential part of modern life. Huawei, once a low-profile Shenzhen-based telecommunications equipment and networking supplier, has become a major player in the global telecom industry over the past 20 years.

But although this multinational company is operating in more than 140 countries, no where does it encounter so many difficulties as in the US market. Last month, the U.S. House of Representative committee on intelligence launched an investigation into the company, regarding a possible security threat.

Huawei's case may also reflect a failure by the U.S. to adjust to new global circumstances. As an emerging economy, China's manufacturing power has moved way beyond just making garments, toys and shoes. It's now capable of holding its own in more complicated products like high-tech goods. However, experts think that fact may take some time for Americans to accept.

In an increasingly globalize world, overseas investment has become the norm. But Huawei was singled out as a target by the U.S. over security concerns. Many Chinese scholars view this as just a cloak for protectionism, and another excuse to undermine Chinese companies in the U.S. domestic market.

Meanwhile, Huawei is defending its position, pointing out that the company's integrity has been proven worldwide, and their technology been used by 45 of the world's top 50 operators across the globe without security incident.

(CNTV.cn December 8, 2011)