SHENZHEN - Huawei and vivo announced that they have signed a global patent cross-licensing agreement that covers cellular Standard Essential Patents, including those for 5G, according to the official website of Huawei.

"Huawei is pleased to have reached this agreement with vivo through amicable negotiation," said Alan Fan, Head of Huawei's Intellectual Property Department. "This licensing agreement reflects our mutual respect for the value of each other's patents. It also demonstrates that the industry is working together. We're collectively investing in fundamental research, and we're committed to standardizing and sharing the fruits of innovation. In the end, it's all about providing people around the world with better products and services."