European Parliament Scandal: Huawei Lobbyists Accused of Bribery
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Politics
March 13, 2025 10:30
brussels - New corruption scandal rocks European Parliament as Huawei lobbyists allegedly pay bribes to MEPs. Investigations underway in Belgium.
European Parliament Corruption Scandal
The European Parliament is embroiled in a new corruption scandal as Huawei lobbyists are accused of paying bribes to MEPs, according to Follow the Money (FTM).
Bribery Allegations
- Lobbyists reportedly treated MEPs with football tickets, trips to China, gifts, and cash in exchange for positive mentions of Huawei.
- Security concerns have been raised in Brussels about Huawei's involvement in 5G rollout in Europe.
Investigations Underway
- Belgian authorities have launched a large-scale corruption probe into Huawei lobbyists, with raids conducted at their residences.
- Approximately 15 current and former MEPs are under scrutiny, with a Portuguese company acting as an intermediary.
Previous Scandal: Qatargate
A similar scandal, known as Qatargate, involved allegations of Qatar and Morocco attempting to buy influence in the European Parliament by offering bribes to left-wing MEPs.
No response yet from Huawei regarding the allegations.