Eu backs romania's corruption fighter as new chief prosecutor

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The European Union has backed Laura Codruța Kovesi, a corruption fighter from Romania, as the new Chief Prosecutor of the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO). Kovesi, who is currently the head of Romania's National Anticorruption Directorate (DNA), has been a strong advocate for fighting corruption and has been instrumental in bringing many high-profile corruption cases to trial.

The EPPO is a new European agency that was established in 2013 to investigate and prosecute crimes that affect the EU's financial interests, such as fraud, corruption, and money laundering. The agency is responsible for investigating and prosecuting cases that involve EU funds, as well as cases that involve corruption and other serious crimes.

Kovesi's appointment as Chief Prosecutor of the EPPO is seen as a major boost for the agency, which has been criticized in the past for its slow pace and lack of resources. Kovesi has a strong reputation for her work in Romania, where she has been credited with helping to bring down several high-ranking officials and businessmen accused of corruption.

The European Commission, which is responsible for appointing the Chief Prosecutor of the EPPO, said that Kovesi was the "best candidate" for the job due to her "outstanding track record" in fighting corruption and her "strong leadership skills". The Commission also praised Kovesi's commitment to upholding the rule of law and her ability to work effectively with other law enforcement agencies.

Kovesi's appointment is seen as a major victory for the EU's efforts to combat corruption and organized crime. She is expected to take up her new role in the coming months and will be responsible for leading the EPPO's investigations and prosecutions.