Czech MEP failed to declare think-tank role funded by defense firms (politico.eu)

• Vondra did not declare honorary chairmanship of PCTR
• PCTR funded by defense firms CSG and Colt CZ Group
• Vondra is shadow rapporteur on defense files and proposed pro-industry amendments

"Alexandr Vondra, a Czech MEP, did not disclose his honorary chairmanship of the Prague Center of Transatlantic Relations (PCTR), a think tank funded by major defense companies. He serves as shadow rapporteur on defense legislation affecting those firms. Transparency International has filed a complaint with the European Parliament's advisory committee."