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Italy seeks arrest of Austrian tycoon Benko in corruption probe


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Published in Business and Finance on Tuesday, December 3rd 2024 at 11:30 GMT by Bill Williamson   Print publication without navigation

  • An Italian judge ordered the arrest of Austrian property tycoon Rene Benko and eight others as part of an investigation into alleged corruption of local politicians in the Trentino Alto-Adige mountain region,

Italian authorities have issued an arrest warrant for Austrian tycoon Rene Benko as part of a corruption investigation. The probe centers on allegations of corruption, fraud, and embezzlement related to Benko's real estate empire, which includes high-profile projects like the renovation of the Chrysler Building in New York. The investigation also involves scrutiny over the financial dealings of Benko's Signa Holding, which has faced financial difficulties, leading to its insolvency. The arrest warrant comes amidst broader concerns about financial transparency and governance within Benko's business operations.

Read the Full Reuters Article at:
[ https://www.reuters.com/business/italy-seeks-arrest-austrian-tycoon-benko-corruption-probe-2024-12-03/ ]

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