Huawei Omkoopschandaal Shocks European Parliamentarians

brussels - European Parliament shocked by Huawei bribery scandal involving snoopy trips and bribes. Dutch MEPs react. Investigation underway in Belgium and France.

European Parliament in Shock

European Parliament rocked by Huawei bribery scandal offering snoopy trips in exchange for political support. Dutch MEPs express dismay.

Investigation Details

• Belgian authorities investigating two European Parliament staff members.
• 21 searches conducted in Belgium and Portugal.
• Bribery disguised as commercial lobbying activities.

Huawei's Involvement

Huawei allegedly benefitted from bribes funneled through intermediaries to European Parliament.

Follow the Money Report

Investigative platform reveals approximately 15 MEPs under scrutiny, mostly Italians and Eastern Europeans.

Reaction of MEPs

Dutch MEPs condemn scandal, calling it 'bizarre and unacceptable.'

Security Concerns

Previous security worries in Brussels regarding Huawei, especially during 5G rollout in Europe.

Call for Action

VVD MEP urges exclusion of Huawei from European public tenders due to lack of trust post-bribery revelation.

Similarities to Qatar-Gate

Recalls past Qatar-gate scandal involving alleged influence-buying by Qatar and Morocco through social democrats in European Parliament.