EPPO Investigation into Greek Agricultural Subsidies Sparks Political Backlash (balkaninsight.com)

• EPPO probe into EU agricultural funding misuse in Greece.
• Greek officials resist oversight, alleging institutional interference.
• Concerns raised regarding deep-seated clientelism in subsidy distribution.

"The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) is intensifying investigations into alleged systemic fraud involving EU agricultural subsidies in Greece. The probe has provoked sharp criticism from Greek officials, who frame the oversight as an encroachment on national governance. Conversely, transparency advocates argue the investigation is essential to dismantling long-standing patterns of clientelism that threaten the effective allocation of European common funds. The friction highlights critical challenges in enforcing financial oversight across member states."