The European Commission is scheduled for a no-confidence vote in the European Parliament, sparked by dissatisfaction with President Ursula von der Leyen's transparency during the COVID-19 vaccine negotiations. Romanian MEP Gheorghe Piperea criticized von der Leyen for the secrecy surrounding text messages exchanged with Pfizer's CEO, which are tied to securing a major vaccine deal. The motion, despite being largely symbolic and opposed by most parties, reflects rising tensions over contentious decisions made by the Commission. The necessary majority for the motion's success would mandate the resignation of the entire Commission, including all commissioners serving in the current administration.
Right-wing Romanian MEP Gheorghe Piperea launched a motion of censure, criticizing President Ursula von der Leyen for a lack of transparency regarding text messages exchanged with Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla during the COVID-19 pandemic. This personal contact was key to securing the EU's multibillion-euro vaccine deal, raising questions about the Commission's decision-making process and accountability in response to public health emergencies.
The European Union's General Court annulled a decision denying a New York Times journalist access to messages exchanged between von der Leyen and Bourla, highlighting the importance of transparency in governmental dealings during crises. The ruling signals a need for clearer communication and trust between the Commission and European citizens concerned about vaccine deals and public health policies.
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