The investigation, referred to as Huawei-gate, involves alleged bribery of European Parliament members by the Chinese telecom giant Huawei to influence EU policy despite a US ban. In a coordinated operation, around one hundred agents executed searches in Belgium and Portugal, focusing primarily on the Brussels Capital Region. The investigation, which began in 2021, has exposed a pattern of discreet corruption, with MPs allegedly receiving gifts, benefits, and compensation in exchange for favorable treatment. Four arrests have already been made, highlighting the ongoing efforts to expose and address corruption at high levels within EU institutions.
According to the Belgian federal prosecutor's office, four individuals are suspected of corruption in relation to the European Parliament, linked to Huawei's lobbying efforts.
The investigation into Huawei-gate, involving searches across Belgium and Portugal, reveals allegations of bribery, corruption, and the provision of gifts to influence EU officials.
Prominent in the ongoing investigation is Valerio Ottati, Huawei's director of public relations, accused of facilitating bribery and maintaining relations with the European Parliament.
The prosecutor stated that the corruption activities were both regular and discreet, involving gifts such as meals, travel, and sports tickets for EU parliament members.
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