The construction of parallel US- and Chinese-backed cables between #Asia and #Europe is unprecedented. It is an early sign that global internet infrastructure could become divided over the next decade, leading to countries having to choose between Chinese-approved equipment or US-backed networks.

#China plans $500 million #SubseaInternet cable to rival #US-backed project | #Connectivity #TheInternet
https://www.rappler.com/world/asia-pacific/china-subsea-internet-cable-rival-usa-project/