A recent study from the Center for Investigative Journalism of Serbia (CINS) has examined the implementation process of the large-scale EXPO 2027 project, highlighting significant concerns regarding contractual transparency and the affiliations of involved parties. The investigation suggests that while official statements reference investments valued at hundreds of millions of euros for the EXPO infrastructure, the data collected points to connections between the participating companies and individuals linked to organized crime networks and influential political and business circles. The CINS report details that the roster of contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers involved in the project features entities connected to associates or family members of prominent figures.
This raises questions about the integrity of the procurement and contracting processes surrounding the development of the EXPO site. The findings underscore a pattern of potential conflicts of interest, suggesting that the awarding of contracts for the major EXPO endeavor in Serbia may involve non-transparent mechanisms. The research focuses on tracing these connections to understand the depth of influence exerted by certain groups within the supply chain supporting the project.
The investigation aims to bring scrutiny to how substantial public and private investments are being managed for this major national undertaking.
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