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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 12h
HAPPENING TOMORROW: PARLIVIEW LAUNCH EVENT 📅 Thursday 1 October, 14:30–17:30 (reception until 19:00) 📍 Renaissance Hotel Brussels, Rue du Parnasse 19 Want to join us? Register here: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon...
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Happy Right to Information Day! The right to information isn't abstract. It's a tool you can actually use. It lets you hold governments accountable, take part in public decisions, and push back against corruption.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
HAPPENING THIS WEEK: PARLIVIEW LAUNCH EVENT! There are a few spots left, register here: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon... We're looking forward to welcoming you!
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
It is becoming increasingly difficult to identify who truly owns a company — and this anonymity is no longer merely incidental, but is being exploited as a tool.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Come and raise a glass with us to celebrate the launch of ParliView! 🍻 Join policymakers, civil society and academics at our reception. Register here: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon...
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Last week, our Illicit Financial Flows policy officer Giulia took part in the Intelligence Triad, a panel discussion on how Suspicious Transaction Reports can be elevated. ❓ Suspicious Transaction Reports (STR) are key to tackling anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF).
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Register now to secure your spot and join the discussion with MEP Brando Benifei, Sofia Calabrese from @epd.eu, Rudi Borrmann from @opengovpartnership.org, and the @parliview.bsky.social team. We look forward to welcoming you!
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Transparency International @anticorruption.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
New research by Transparency International shows anti-corruption gaps are leaving democracies in Europe exposed. Stronger safeguards on political finance, lobbying and enforcement are urgently needed. Read more: anticorru.pt/3j9
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Anti-corruption gaps are leaving democracy in Europe exposed - News
Anti-corruption gaps across Europe are weakening democracy. Discover where safeguards are failing and what reforms are urgently needed.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Join us for the launch of ParliView!
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Last week, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ruled that EU law does not require the disclosure of information on all shareholders — including minority shareholders.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Last June, we submitted a joint letter with @thegoodlobby.wsocial.eu, @lobbycontrol.bsky.social and @corporateeurope.org regarding the Commission's newly-created AI Envoy position. The @ombudsman.europa.eu has now urged the Commission to respond to our letter.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Are you joining us at our @parliview.bsky.social launch event on 1 October?
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Yesterday, our Director Nicholas Aiossa took part in a panel discussion at the European Conference against Corruption, hosted by MEP @chloe-ridel.fr and L'Observatoire de l'Ethique Publique.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
We are disheartened by Wednesday's Maltese court ruling on the assassination of anti-corruption journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.
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Maltese court rules on Daphne Caruana Galizia case: The EU must step up its protection of journalists - Transparency International EU
Brussels, 3 September 2026 After almost a decade, the nine-member jury at the Maltese court yesterday reached a verdict in the case of the brutal assassination of investigative journalist Daphne…
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⭕⭕⭕ Zoë Greene ⭕⭕⭕ @zdgreene.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
The official release date of ParliView EU is coming soon! Follow below for more updates about the project and sign up for early access at parliview.org @transparency-eu.bsky.social @ucdpolitics.bsky.social @strathpolir.bsky.social @strathplacelab.bsky.social
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Next Wednesday, our director Nick Aiossa takes the stage at the European Conference Against Corruption - a key moment to discuss how the EU and its Member States can step up the fight against cross-border corruption.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
📚 Part 2 of our team's summer reads recommendations. Summer might almost be over, but let's not forget how a good book can bring back that cosy summer feeling.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
📢 We're hiring! Transparency International EU is looking for a motivated trainee to join our EU Political Integrity team in Brussels.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
We have a winner! 🏆
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
📽️ After sharing our summer read recommendations, here are six film recommendations for you. Did you know our Director, Nick, spoke at the European Parliament's screening of the film Black Box Diaries (2024), by Japanese journalist and filmmaker Shiori Itō?
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
📚 Still on the hunt for an enticing read for your summer break? Our team has put together a few recommendations to see you through the quieter months. We begin this series with Ilaria, Marthe and Giulia, who work on data, comms and illicit financial flows. May their picks inspire yours.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
As the month of August is upon us and EU politicians are enjoying their summer recess, it seems a fitting moment to get to know Transparency International EU a little better. Here are three things about us you might not know. Swipe to discover, and follow for more.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
We're back with another explainer. You may have seen that the European Commission released its latest Rule of Law report last June. But what does the report actually cover? What are its key takeaways — and is it translating into real change on the ground?
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
While Brussels is on the cusp of shutting down for the summer, our work is anything but. On the contrary, this July continued to see some of the biggest anti-corruption stories break.
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Transparency International @anticorruption.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Intensifying Israeli military airstrikes on Gaza in recent days, coupled with a surge in violence in the West Bank, have further inflamed an already devastating situation for civilians in Palestine, including our colleagues at AMAN (Transparency International Palestine). 🧵⬇️
Intensifying Israeli military airstrikes on Gaza in recent days, coupled with a surge in violence in the West Bank, have further inflamed an already devastating situation for civilians in Palestine, including our colleagues at AMAN (Transparency International Palestine). 🧵⬇️
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
🌊 Let's take a deep dive. 📊 While the summer recess has started, lobbying continues — albeit at a slightly slower pace. Swipe to discover who was lobbying and who was being lobbied in both the European Parliament and the Commission in July.
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Transparency International @anticorruption.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
The European Commission has just published its 2026 Rule of Law Report, and the findings on anti-corruption paint a stark picture. Here’s a quick analysis. Our analysis of recommendations issued across seven EU member states (2022 -2026) reveals persistent gaps between commitments and action ⬇️
Image of a scale with the stars of the EU flag on one side of the scale. The European Commission 2026 Rule of Law Report is out. To tackle corruption effectively, Member States need to close the gaps between commitments and action. Transparency International.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
🤯100,000 LOBBY MEETINGS LOGGED ON OUR INTEGRITY WATCH PLATFORM🤯
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Euronews @euronews.com · 22/07/2026
As Hungary announced it would investigate subsidies given to the Chinese carmaker, Transparency International warned the hiring of an ex-minister who negotiated them could expose the state to Chinese corporate pressure. #EuropeNews
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As Hungary announced it would investigate subsidies given to the Chinese carmaker, Transparency International warned the hiring of an ex-minister who negotiated them could expose the state to Chinese corporate pressure.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
We've submitted ANOTHER complaint, this time on hydrogen.
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Transparency International EU submits conflict-of-interest complaint to European Commission over hydrogen consultancy contract - Transparency International EU
Brussels, 16 July 2026 Transparency International EU, alongside the civil society organisations BankWatch, Corporate Europe Observatory, The Good Lobby and LobbyControl, have today submitted a joint…
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euobserver — EU news that matters @euobserver.com · 16/07/2026
MEPs in the European Parliament's budgetary control committee voted to shield the Patriots for Europe group from any criminal investigation into misspending EU funds.
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MEPs voting to shield themselves from investigation? Sadly, that’s all too typical
MEPs in the European Parliament's budgetary control committee voted to shield the Patriots for Europe group from any criminal investigation into misspending EU funds.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
The far-right Patriots for Europe (PfE) misspent over 276,000 euros in EU funds. A coalition of the centre and far-right political groups, including the PfE itself, seems content with allowing that money to be paid back from a reserve fund of taxpayers' money. We're not. 🔽🔽🔽 buff.ly/a4794nM
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Hungary joining the EPPO is a decisive step forward on its path to repairing the damage caused by Victor Orbán's authoritarianism. The EPPO is responsible for criminally investigating the misappropriation of EU funds, and it will now have the power to prosecute such crimes in Hungary. Welcome news!
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
t's been a mammoth June, which calls for an XXL newsletter. That's exactly what we've done, with twice as many topics as usual. Swipe to discover June's six highlights. Want more? Sign up to get everything straight to your inbox, here: buff.ly/BPkfPwH
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
A French court has found far-right politician Marine Le Pen guilty of embezzling European Parliament funds. That's the French story.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
OUR GUIDE TO THE EU'S ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING FRAMEWORK 💵
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The European Union's anti-money laundering framework: the complete guide - Transparency International EU
The adoption of the EU Anti-Money Laundering (AML) package in 2024 marked the conclusion of years of negotiations within the European institutions. While this was a major legislative milestone, it…
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
We're back with another press release on the far right’s misuse of EU funds. This time, the spotlight is on Nigel Farage, who allegedly misused parliamentary money to finance expenses linked to the Brexit campaign.
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Transparency International EU calls for investigation into Nigel Farage Brexit campaign use of EU funds - Transparency International EU
Brussels, 25 June 2026 New revelations, first reported by the Financial Times, suggest far-right Brexit architect Nigel Farage used European Parliament funds to finance Brexit campaign expenses…
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
🗣️ Stronger civil society, media and culture means a stronger Europe. Check Civil Society Europe’s infographic to discover stable funding mechanisms for civil society. Stay updated on ‘Voices of Millions’ on their website: bit.ly/3RjPEyk #EUCivilSociety #VoicesOfMillions
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Last Wednesday, we hosted an event on EU Cooperation on Rule of Law & Democratic Governance in Enlargement Countries
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
The far-right Patriots for Europe (PfE) group has allegedly misspent almost €280,000 in EU funds.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Their bravery has protected public health, kept millions from being stolen and exposed everyday workplace wrongdoing. And yet many whistleblowers are fired, harassed or silenced for it. #WorldWhistleblowerDay
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
🔎 What is the state of funding for civil society in the EU? Check data at a glimpse in Civil Society Europe’s infographic. Stay updated on ‘Voices of Millions’ on CSE’s website: bit.ly/3RjPEyk #EUCivilSociety #VoicesOfMillions
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Financial Times @financialtimes.com · 20/06/2026
Nigel Farage’s Brexit rallies were funded from the EU budget ft.trib.al/9qOoQ4X
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Nigel Farage’s Brexit rallies were funded from the EU budget
European monies paid for anti-immigrant posters during ‘Say No to EU’ tour
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Where is EU enlargement heading next? Find out at our event next Wednesday on EU Cooperation on Rule of Law & Democratic Governance in Enlargement Countries.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
We're hiring! Are you passionate about corruption and transparency in the European Union? Do you have knowledge of anti-corruption and anti-money laundering developments and trends at EU level? If so, we might be looking for you. 📩Apply now here: buff.ly/K4fXhjq.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
The Commission's new AI envoy has four potential conflicts of interest. We're calling them out.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
NO EU INSTITUTION IS ABOVE THE LAW Today, the EU General Court backed the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) in lifting the immunity of 12 European Court of Auditors (ECA) staff members in an investigation into the potential wrongdoing.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Between bank holidays, sunshine and storms, a lot has happened over the past month, although some decisions have been questionable, to say the least. We have selected the top three stories from last month and bundled them together for you.
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
We've submitted a complaint on ECR MEP Alexandr Vondra. Our complaint follows concerns over undeclared outside activities and potential conflicts of interest linked to his role as chair of the Prague Center for Transatlantic Relations (PCTR).
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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Which employer would continue to entrust budget management to someone whose audit shows the misuse of 4.3 million euros? Reports last year revealed the now-defunct far-right ID group was on the hook for misusing that sum. Philip Claeys oversaw its budget during that time.
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