EU Court Battles Over Transparency in Pfizer-Vaccine Deal Amid Missing Texts
- The New York Times is in court against the European Commission.
- Politico Europe reported that the Commission avoided accountability over missing text messages.
- EU judges are pressing von der Leyen’s lawyers about the missing text messages.
Court Hears Case Against European Commission Over Vaccine Deal
The New York Times is in court against the European Commission. The case revolves around documents related to a vaccine deal. The Commission has been accused of not being transparent about the negotiations.
Commission Dodges Responsibility for Text Messages
Ursula von der Leyen’s Commission faces scrutiny. Politico Europe reported that the Commission avoided accountability over missing text messages. These messages were between von der Leyen and Pfizer’s CEO.
Judges Question von der Leyen’s Lawyers
EU judges are pressing von der Leyen’s lawyers about the missing text messages. Financial Times highlighted the judges’ concern regarding transparency in the case.
Commission Claims Texts Were Not Important
The Commission acknowledged that von der Leyen communicated with Pfizer’s chief. However, FTM.eu reported that they claimed the content of the messages was not significant.
Transparency Battle in European Court
The transparency debate continues in the European Court. Euronews covered the ongoing fight for transparency related to Pfizergate. The outcome could impact public access to information on vaccine deals.