Hungary probes BYD deal after ex-minister joins carmaker, raising 'revolving door' concerns

Euronews reports that Hungary has launched an investigation into subsidies provided to Chinese carmaker BYD. The probe was triggered by concerns about the company hiring a former government minister who had negotiated the subsidy deal. Transparency International cautioned that the move could expose Hungary to Chinese corporate pressure, exemplifying revolving-door governance risks.

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