The Advocate General of the European Court of Justice has called for a halt to the release of ten billion euros to Hungary, following a lawsuit from the EU Parliament against the EU Commission.
The European Commission previously decided to release ten billion euros for Hungary, a decision that was contested by the EU Parliament through a lawsuit. This legal action was spurred by the controversial circumstances surrounding the Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's departure from the voting chamber, which led to the Commission's approval without a formal veto from Orbán. The Parliament, skeptical of the legitimacy of this decision, sought judicial review to challenge the release of funds intended for Hungary.
Currently, in a noteworthy development, Tamara Capeta, the independent Advocate General at the European Court of Justice, has issued her opinion, calling for the annulment of the funding release to Hungary. She agreed with two out of three grounds for the EU Parliament's case against the Commission, signaling a potential shift in how the court may view this situation. While this opinion is not binding, it often influences the court's final ruling.
The upcoming decision from the European Court of Justice could have far-reaching consequences for EU relations with Hungary, especially considering the ongoing criticisms regarding rule of law and governance within the country. A favorable ruling for the EU Parliament could reinforce its stance against perceived violations by member states, setting a precedent for future financial oversight of EU funds and enhancing accountability in the distribution of such significant resources.
