Two months ahead of Romania taking over the EU presidency, the European Commission on Thursday raised “concerns” over the Romanian government's attempts to target the last remaining high-profile independent prosecutor in the country, Augustin Lazar. He has been critical of the government's judicial reforms and was earlier praised by Brussels for exposing high-level corruption, including the theft of EU funds. The EC is particularly concerned since the political attacks against Lazar follow the removal of Romania’s anti-corruption chief, threatening the rule of law in the country.
EU Watch
Rule of Law in Romania: EU Steps Up Criticism
Two months ahead of Romania taking over the EU presidency, the European Commission on Thursday raised “concerns” over the Romanian government's attempts to target the last remaining high-profile independent prosecutor...
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