Learn languages naturally with fresh, real content!

Popular Topics
Explore By Region
UK and French authorities investigate Thales over £400K bribe allegation in Indonesia deal.
British and French authorities are investigating alleged bribery at Thales, focusing on a £400,000 payment linked to an Indonesian air defence contract, following whistleblower claims from a former management controller.
The probe, launched in November 2024, also involves a separate £100,000 payment to Saudi Arabia, though its status remains unconfirmed.
Thales denies wrongdoing, citing an internal audit that found no evidence, and says it is cooperating with investigators.
French authorities are also examining at least five other alleged corruption cases involving Thales in Malaysia, Brazil, India, and the UN, with no charges filed.
Neither the SFO nor French prosecutors have commented.
Las autoridades del Reino Unido y Francia investigan a Thales por una acusación de soborno de 400.000 libras esterlinas en un acuerdo con Indonesia.