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Laura Codruța Kövesi concludes her seven-year term as the first European Chief Prosecutor, reflecting on the establishment of the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) and its achievements. She highlights the challenges faced in creating a transnational judicial institution and emphasizes the importance of judicial independence. By the end of 2025, EPPO was handling over 3,600 investigations with estimated damages of €67.27 billion. Kövesi notes that the institution has successfully demonstrated cooperation among prosecutors from different EU member states. She acknowledges the difficulties encountered during her tenure but expresses pride in the progress made. Kövesi stresses the ongoing need to protect judicial independence and the importance of collaboration in tackling financial crimes affecting the EU.