Huawei Bribery Scandal: EU Parliament in the Crosshairs

Belgian prosecutors have arrested several people in a corruption case linked to the European Parliament, with reports suggesting Huawei's involvement. The probe involves alleged bribes to EU lawmakers by lobbyists representing the Chinese telecoms giant. The investigation raises significant security concerns around Huawei's role in Europe's 5G networks.

Belgian federal prosecutors have arrested multiple individuals in a corruption probe centered on the European Parliament.

As reported by local media, Chinese telecom giant Huawei is suspected of bribing EU lawmakers through lobbyists to advance its commercial agenda.

The controversy underscores the EU's ongoing security concerns regarding Huawei's involvement in 5G networks.

(With inputs from agencies.)