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04/12/2024

Hungarian FM Szijjártó: NATO must avoid risking collective defence over Ukraine membership

NATO's collective defence should not be sacrificed or risked for any third country, Péter Szijjártó said. #NATO #Ukraine #Szijjártó
04/12/2024

Pope Francis hosts PM Viktor Orbán at the Vatican

Pope Francis on Wednesday received Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in an audience at the Vatican. #Orbán #pope #religion #Vatican
04/12/2024

Hungarian billionaire’s group acquires 47% stake in Auchan Magyarország, takes over management

Hungary's Indotek Group has closed the acquisition of a 47% stake in Auchan Magyarország and will take over operative management of the retail chain. #Auchan #retail
04/12/2024

Electric surge: Hungary’s electric vehicle count climbs to 68,000, could hit 120,000 by 2026

So far this year, around 20,000 BEVs (battery electric vehicles) have been registered in Hungary. #electriccar #tech #car
29/11/2024

Hungary praises Albania’s progress on path to integration

Albania is making spectacular progress on the road to integration during Hungary's EU presidency, which shows the entire Western Balkans that there is hope for accession, foreign minister Péter Szijjártó said. #Albania #WesternBalkans #EU
28/11/2024

Top Hungary news: Budapest Airport runway closed, Airbnb moratorium, overhauled Budapest parking system, explosions — 28 November, 2024

Budapest Airport runway closed, Airbnb moratorium, overhauled Budapest parking system, airport shuttle, more flights, explosions and more! #topnews #whathappened
28/11/2024

Hungary to extend M6 motorway and build new bridge in Mohács by 2028

Railway developments were also being weighed in the interest of turning Mohács into a logistics hub. #Mohács #motorway #bridge
28/11/2024

Orbán discusses peace and energy cooperation with Qatari PM

Orbán acknowledged Qatar's peace efforts in regional conflicts as well as the war in Ukraine. #Qatar #energy #war #peace #Orbán
28/11/2024

Hungarian government warns of escalating war risks – UPDATED with main points of press briefing🔄

Hungary has increased air defences along the Hungary-Ukraine border in the wake of recent attacks on the Transcarpathia region. #Transcarpathia #Ukraine #war
28/11/2024

Hungarian government extends retail credit rate freeze by 6 months

Phasing out the measure was not yet justified in the current interest rate environment, the head of the Prime Minister's Office said. #creditrate #interest #economy #government
28/11/2024

Border controls to disappear between Hungary and Romania: Key steps towards Schengen have been taken

Starting 1 January 2025. #EuropeanUnion #Bulgaria #Romania #Schengen
28/11/2024

Opposition Tisza: Fidesz-DK grand coalition formed in the EP

According to Péter Magyar, leader of the Tisza Party, the "Fidesz-DK grand coalition" has been officially formed in the European Parliament with the two Hungarian parties voting together against the new European Commission which received decisive support. #EuropeanParliament #EuropeanCommission #Fidesz #DK #TiszaParty
27/11/2024

Top Hungary news: Austria closes border with Hungary, domestic violence, New York Café nighttime opening, EUR/HUF low — 27 November, 2024

Austria closes border with Hungary, Filipino workers milk cows in a Hungarian village, domestic violence, New York Café nighttime opening, EUR/HUF low, Budapest Christmas market Europe's best and more! #topnews #whathappenedtoday
27/11/2024

Hungarian deputy PM: Every Hungarian vote is needed in Romania election

Every Hungarian vote in Sunday's general election is needed following the first round of the Romanian presidential election, as achievements could otherwise be jeopardised, Zsolt Semjén said. #Romania #Transylvania #election
27/11/2024

Hungarian banking system declared stable and highly profitable in latest central bank report

The Hungarian banking system remains "stable" and "resilient to shocks", while bolstered by "outstandingly high profitability", Zita Fellner, a senior economist said. #banking #centralbank #money
27/11/2024

Hungary eases prison visit rules, allowing more humane family reunions

One of the most significant rule changes is that prisoners and relatives who visit them can greet each other and say goodbye physically, ie, with a handshake, kiss or hug. #prison #prisoners #rule
27/11/2024

Budapest city assembly postpones deputy mayor vote amid political tensions

Budapest's city assembly removed from the agenda a vote on the city's deputy mayors from its session on Wednesday. #Budapest #assembly
27/11/2024

Hungary’s 2025 budget aims for sustainable growth and increased support for families, businesses, and security

The government's 2025 budget bill adopts a new economic policy that lays the foundations for lasting growth, Finance Minister Mihály Varga said. #finance #budget #economy
27/11/2024

Iconic New York Café in Budapest to launch exclusive nighttime opening hours

The New York Café, celebrating its 130th birthday, will introduce nighttime opening hours on a trial basis. #NewYorkCafé #birthday #openinghours
27/11/2024

Fidesz: Patriots reject Ursula von der Leyen’s new EU Commission

The Patriots for Europe group will not vote for Ursula von der Leyen's new European Commission in light of its "backroom deals and poor decisions", a Fidesz MEP said. #Fidesz #Patriots #EuropeanCommission