Laurens Cerulus, POLITICO's cybersecurity editor, sheds light on Huawei’s alarming lobbying scandal that has resulted in police raids and questions about Beijing’s influence in Europe. He discusses the implications for EU lawmakers amidst concerns of corruption. Meanwhile, Chris Lunday, reporting from Berlin, highlights Germany's historic shift toward increased defense spending, breaking away from its conservative fiscal policies. This pivotal change reflects Europe’s urgent need to address security challenges in light of rising global tensions.
