Huaweigate: Huawei Bribes European Lawmakers, Belgian police have conducted raids and arrests linked to the Chinese telecom giant Huawei. According to Le Soir and Follow the Money, the company is suspected of bribing around 15 Members of the European Parliament (MEPs).
The investigation, informally dubbed “HuaweiGate”, echoes the earlier “Qatargate” scandal from 2022. Authorities are probing potential financial connections between Huawei and EU politicians who may have received illicit payments.
🔍 Key Facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | Huawei |
| MEPs involved | ~15 |
| Main charges | Corruption, forgery, money laundering |
| Countries raided | Belgium, France, Portugal |
| Sources | Le Soir, Follow the Money |
European Parliament Under Huawei’s Influence
- Several Huawei lobbyists were arrested in Brussels.
- Portuguese authorities searched a company suspected of transferring funds to MEPs.
- One individual was detained in France.
- The names of those involved remain undisclosed due to the investigation’s confidentiality.
Huawei Bribes European Lawmakers
Ignoring such crimes could undermine public trust in EU institutions, increase foreign political influence, and weaken Europe’s democratic integrity and independence.