‘Luanda Leaks’
5.2.2020
Question for written answer E-000708/2020/rev.1
to the Commission
Rule 138
José Gusmão (GUE/NGL)
The ‘Luanda Leaks’ show just how weak EU regulations are, as well as the fact that highly favourable conditions for money laundering exist in the European Economic Area. These include shortcomings in rules to enforce transparency and root out fraudulent financial transactions, as well as politicians and governmental bodies turning a blind eye to the appointment of people liable to tolerate such behaviour to posts of influence. This case has uncovered vast economic losses for countries and taxpayers, but has also dealt a serious blow to the credibility of the agencies involved, from public, national and European institutions to private financial entities.
- 1.What measures is the Commission considering to address the tax haven that is Malta and others implicated in this and other cases?
- 2.How will the Commission react to the many proposals recommending a ban on ‘golden visas’, particularly from the European Parliament and the European Economic and Social Committee?
- 3.Will the Commission continue to hire the same consultants – which it should keep strictly at arm’s length – that work for almost the entire international financial industry to provide auditing services?