Hungary is changing fast: in just a few weeks, the country has entered a new political era marked by anti-corruption investigations, a dramatic change in relations with Ukraine and the European Union, major changes to labour market rules, and a recalibration of foreign investment policy. For anyone following Hungary from abroad, keeping up with these developments can be challenging.
That is exactly why we launched the Hungary Weekly Briefing on Substack.
At Daily News Hungary, we do more than report the news. We strive to explain the context behind the headlines, highlight why developments matter, and connect individual stories to the bigger political, economic and diplomatic trends shaping the country.
Our latest weekly briefing, published on 6 June, examines one of the most consequential weeks in Hungary since the election. The issue covers the widening Óbuda corruption investigation, Hungary’s preparations to join the European Public Prosecutor’s Office, the ongoing institutional confrontation between Prime Minister Péter Magyar and President Tamás Sulyok, and a potential breakthrough in Hungarian-Ukrainian relations.
The newsletter also explores significant economic developments, including stricter guest worker regulations, changing attitudes towards Chinese investment, and plans for a major AI infrastructure project near Paks. Alongside these headline stories, readers will find diplomatic insights, public opinion trends, practical information for foreigners living in Hungary, and a selection of the most important articles published by Daily News Hungary throughout the week.
What makes the briefing different is its focus on analysis rather than noise. We explain not only what happened, but also why it matters for Hungary, the European Union, investors, businesses, expats, students and anyone with an interest in Central Europe.
Whether you are a foreign resident in Hungary, a frequent visitor, a business professional, a diplomat, a student, or simply someone interested in European affairs, the Hungary Weekly Briefing is designed to help you understand the forces shaping the country.
Subscribe to receive a carefully curated summary of the week’s most important developments directly in your inbox, and stay informed with context, perspective and reliable English-language reporting from Hungary.
Read our latest briefing here: Hungary Weekly Briefing: Corruption arrests, Ukraine reset and labour-rule tightening – 6 June 2026
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