Huawei Lobbyists Banned from EU Parliament Over Corruption Allegations

Belgian authorities investigate claims of bribery and influence peddling involving Huawei representatives and EU officials since 2021.

Belgian prosecutors allege Huawei lobbyists bribed EU parliamentarians and staff with cash, trips, and gifts to influence policy decisions.
Over 100 police officers conducted 21 searches across Belgium and Portugal, seizing documents and items for analysis.
Several individuals, including parliamentary assistants, were detained for questioning, though no sitting parliamentarians have been arrested.
The EU Parliament has suspended Huawei representatives' access to its buildings and pledged full cooperation with the investigation.
The case echoes prior scandals, such as the 2022 'Katargate,' raising concerns about insufficient anti-corruption safeguards in EU institutions.