Top Hungary news: reborn Exchange Palace, Constitution and election law, EC, Lego & Semmelweis, Trump to end war – 17 December, 2024

We’ve rounded up the top Hungary news from today.

Featured Hungary news

5 Hungarian customs that are difficult for foreigners to get used to

Get ready, Budapest: Major overpass makeover set to begin— traffic restrictions ahead

Major renovation underway for Budapest’s historic Exchange Palace on Szabadság Square – visual and details HERE

Hungarian Parliament’s final session brings key amendments to the constitution, election act, and more

Lego & Semmelweis

Great news: Budapest’s beloved LEGO tram extends its stay

Semmelweis University’s timeless buildings are about to get a high-tech makeover – details and PICTURES!

Decisions of the European Commission

It’s over: European Commission has decided on Hungarian funds

Infertility treatments in Hungary: European Commission demands action

Politics

How much do Hungarians trust Trump to end the Russia–Ukraine war? – New survey

Government Office takes Budapest Municipality to court over alleged unlawful operation, details HERE

Hungarian EU Presidency makes milestone progress on enlargement for Serbia, Montenegro, and Albania, details HERE

Economy, business

Hungary falls behind as Romanian and Bulgarian wages surge

Hungarian policymakers set base rate at the year’s final meeting – update