European Union prosecutors are investigating the European Commission regarding the sale of several buildings to the Belgian government, the Commission announced today.

The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) confirmed that it is gathering evidence as part of an ongoing investigation.

A source close to the matter confirmed that inspections have been carried out at the Commission’s premises.

According to a 2024 press release, 23 buildings that previously owned by the Commission were sold to the Belgian state for €900 million ($1.07 billion).

A Commission spokesman stated that the institution will cooperate fully with the authorities, providing any information and assistance necessary to guarantee a full and independent investigation into the matter.

“As far as the European Commission is concerned, the sale of the buildings has been carried out according to established procedures and protocols and we are confident that the process is developed in accordance with the rules”, he added.

The Belgian Federal Participation and Investment Company (SFPIM), with which the Commission reached the sale agreement in 2024, confirmed that its premises have been checked as part of the investigation.

“The company is cooperating fully with the relevant authorities and providing them with the required information, in full compliance with the law”, says the SFPIM statement

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Source: prizrenpost