Asset declarations under review by the CBA
The Central Anti-Corruption Bureau’s press team reported that the CBA’s Department of Control Proceedings is reviewing the asset declarations of Radosław Sikorski, a member of the European Parliament, for the years 2019 to 2022 in relation to his mandate. The inspection is expected to conclude in May, with the possibility of a six month extension under the applicable law governing the CBA.
Asset declarations supervised by the CBA
The CBA stated that officials examined the accuracy of Sikorski’s asset declarations for 2019 through 2022, tied to his duties as a European Parliament member. The office indicated the procedure would finish on May 10 of the current year, and noted that the review could be extended by up to six months if necessary under the law governing the bureau.
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Sikorski commented on the matter via social media, noting that correspondence could also be sent by traditional mail. He affirmed cooperation and questioned the optimal use of resources, suggesting postal delivery might be more efficient unless the issue involved harassment or a TVPiS program.
Radosław Sikorski emphasized that he accepts the right to oversight and supports transparency, while also pointing to potential inefficiencies in resource deployment.
Sikorski’s potential UAE connections
Polish media cited reports from the Dutch newspaper NRC, which alleged that Radosław Sikorski, a former foreign minister and current MEP, would receive around 100,000 euros annually from the United Arab Emirates for advisory work connected to the Sir Bani Yas Forum. The forum was launched over a decade ago as a platform for diplomacy through soft power. Sources quoted by NRC suggest that Sikorski’s actions during votes could be seen in light of these payments.
Sikorski responded to the NRC article by publishing a letter to the editor-in-chief, stating he was surprised by the tone and content of the piece about his role in the Sir Bani Yas Forum. He noted that his extraparliamentary activities appear in the asset declaration he submitted to the European Parliament and clarified that he joined the forum advisory board in 2017, two years before his election to the EP. He asserted that his votes in the EP are not influenced by outside activities and that he has always been open about his affiliations.
The debate continues as Sikorski maintains that external roles should not affect his legislative work and calls for fair treatment in media coverage of such matters.
Further commentary from Polish outlets has highlighted discussions on the broader context of foreign engagements by lawmakers and the boundaries between official duties and personal or advisory roles. Observers stress the importance of clear reporting and robust governance to maintain public trust.
Source: wPolityce