EU queries Czech PM's moves to tackle conflicts of interest
The European Commission is seeking clarification from the Czech government regarding measures to prevent conflicts of interest related to Prime Minister Andrej Babis' business interests. This inquiry follows concerns over EU subsidies linked to Babis' conglomerate, Agrofert, and other associated companies. Babis maintains that he has complied with all relevant laws and has taken steps to address the conflict of interest.
- ▪The European Commission has requested information on arrangements to prevent conflicts of interest involving Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis.
- ▪Babis has stated he does not own Agrofert and has moved his shares into a special trust.
- ▪The Commission advised Czech authorities not to seek reimbursement for subsidies until the conflict of interest issue is resolved.
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EU queries Czech PM's moves to tackle conflicts of interestSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxFILE PHOTO: Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis speaks during a press conference with Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico, on the day of a joint meeting of the governments of the Czech Republic and Slovakia at Nova Horka Castle in Studenka, Czech Republic, March 31, 2026. REUTERS/Radovan Stoklasa/File PhotoPublished May 26, 2026, 11:39 PMUpdated May 26, 2026, 11:39 PMPRAGUE, May 26 - The European Commission has asked the Czech government for information on arrangements designed to prevent conflicts of interest over EU subsidies linked to companies in the business empire of Prime Minister Andrej Babis, a Commission spokesperson said on Tuesday.Czech Radio's iRozhlas.cz and…
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