Although not confirmed, rumors have been strengthening that Huawei is under consideration for supply of 5G equipment to Brazil’s major MNOs as they plot rapid deployment using spectrum acquired at the auction early this month. Cost and energy efficiency are significant factors leading operators towards including Huawei in the mix, resisting continuing pressure under the Biden administration that began with President Trump’s higher profile campaign to exclude the Chinese vendor from 5G infrastructures in as many countries as possible. Brazil’s apparent stance echoes sentiments expressed elsewhere in Latin America. This is the case in Chile, which is ahead of most other Latin American countries over 5G deployment, after regulator Subtel confirmed in September 2021 that 5G roll-out would proceed at…