What happened today in Hungary? — 28 June, 2023

Politics:

• Orbán: Brussels budget proposal lacks seriousness, unsuitable for debate
• DK MEP: Govt voted for further EU weapon deliveries to Ukraine, details HERE
• Judit Varga, Minister of Justice of Hungary resigns — UPDATED
• Jobbik leader: Party not involved in unlawful foreign campaign donation affair, details HERE

Society:

• Penis-shaped waffles have conquered Budapest!
• EUR 160 fee for passing a Hungarian-Austrian border crossing point, details HERE
• World famous chef sends message to Hungarians before his visit
• Dangerous toilet: a Budapest public toilet opens onto a busy road — VIDEO

Tourism:

• Europe’s 20 richest cities in culture named, Budapest to be proud of
• Budapest on Tripadvisor’s top wine tasting list! — details HERE
• Important info for travellers: the renovation of Transylvania airport has started

Business:

• EC clears EUR 77.1 m Hungarian scheme to support agricultural, fishing, food companies, details HERE
• Hungarian EcoMin: New food price discount scheme effective
• Hungarian FinMin: Opposition budget amendment proposals would entail HUF 3,200 bn bigger tax bill, details HERE