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Thomson-CSF controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 1998

    Taiwan frigate commission controversy

    A controversy emerged over allegations that commissions had been paid to French and Taiwanese officials in connection with Taiwan’s 1991 purchase of six La Fayette-class frigates. The matter led to political scrutiny and litigation involving Thomson-CSF, later known as Thales, and claims seeking recovery of alleged kickbacks.