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The Pfizergate case has caused an uproar in the European Union. Many Members of the European Parliament are calling for the removal of the President of the European Commission. An analyst does not see it that way yet. What will be decisive is what the communication between Ursula von der Leyen and the CEO of Pfizer will show. If they make it public.
Martin Vokálek, executive director of the EUROPEUM Institute, commented for STVR.
16. May 2025
In a way, this is a failure of transparency, which Ursula von der Leyen is fighting very hard for. As this was a huge contract and a very important negotiation, the work of communication that is taking place on these platforms can give an insight into what was going on in the middle of the crisis negotiations.
So far, there is no evidence of misuse of EU funds or criminal activity. This may become apparent if the interview she conducted is made public.
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