Huawei offices in Belgium get searched amid a corruption probe in EU
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Belgian police conducted a significant raid on Huawei's Brussels headquarters and several other locations in Belgium and Portugal, resulting in multiple arrests. This operation is part of an investigation into allegations of active corruption, forgery, and money laundering involving lobbyists for Huawei who are suspected of bribing European Parliament members. The investigation has identified Valerio Ottati, the Director of EU Public Affairs for Huawei, as a primary suspect, noted for his lack of expertise in technology and ties to Italian MEPs on China policy. The European Commission has raised concerns about Huawei's risks in 5G networks.
Belgian authorities conducted a raid at Huawei's Brussels headquarters involving multiple locations, focusing on allegations of bribery linked to EU decision-making.
Prosecutors are investigating Huawei lobbyists for allegedly bribing members of the European Parliament to influence decisions benefiting the company.
Valerio Ottati, Huawei's Director of EU Public Affairs, is a key suspect, lacking technological expertise but appointed for his connections.
The European Commission remains concerned about Huawei's risks, calling on EU members to restrict or exclude the company from their 5G networks.
Read at GSMArena.com
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