PM Orbán: ‘Let’s make Europe competitive again!’
‘Hungary is preparing for an exceptionally active EU Presidency,’ Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán notes in an opinion piece published by the Financial Times. In the article Orbán outlines the priorities of the Hungarian EU Presidency, with a particular focus on boosting European competitiveness.
Could the Current Human Rights Regime Be Changed? — An Interview with Oxford Research Associate Jonathan Price
‘Within the current regime, human rights are too profitable and entrenched for many influential entities to support significant reforms,’ Jonathan Price, Research Associate at Oxford University highlighted in an interview with Hungarian Conservative.
Orbán, Kickl, Babiš Announce New European Alliance in Vienna
On Sunday, 30 June 2024 Prime Minister Viktor Orbán declared that a new era in European politics has begun. At a press conference held jointly with Herbert Kickl and Andrej Babiš PM Orbán outlined the vision for a revamped European political alliance. The new political family aims to reshape the landscape of European governance and address the pressing issues faced by the continent, the Hungarian prime minister said.
‘Hungary is punching above its weight politically, thanks to its leadership’ — Bryan Leib to M1
Senior Fellow at the Center for Fundamental Rights and top contender to be the next US Ambassador to Hungary Bryan Leib has recently been interviewed by the Hungarian state television M1. In the interview, he covered a wide array of important topics, such as a potential ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia with Hungarian involvement, illegal immigration, and more.
Scandal After Scandal in Romania: Klaus Iohannis Resigns as President
Earlier this week Romanian President Klaus Iohannis resigned from his post following mounting pressure from the parliament pursuing an impeachment process against him. The controversy was sparked by the Romanian constitutional court’s decision last year to cancel the Romanian presidential elections and—as no new president was elected—lengthen Klaus Iohannis’ term in office.
Viktor Orbán: ‘We stand to gain a great deal from peace’
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has expressed optimism that a new US president committed to peace could end the war in Ukraine. Speaking on public Kossuth Radio, he emphasized Hungary’s long-standing peace strategy and highlighted the potential for major geopolitical and economic shifts.
Orbán Slams EU Leadership After Trump Snubs Brussels in Ukraine Peace Talks
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán delivers a hard blow on EU leadership following Donald Trump’s announcement that negotiations to end the war in Ukraine will begin immediately. As Washington appears to be sidelining the EU in the talks, Orbán attributes this to Brussels’ failed diplomacy and weak leadership.
Kickl’s FPÖ Fails to Form Government — What’s Next for Austria?
After weeks of protracted negotiations, Herbert Kickl’s FPÖ and the Austrian People’s Party have failed to reach a coalition agreement. With Kickl returning his mandate, Austria now faces four possible paths forward, including the prospect of an early election.
Joe Biden Is the Least Popular Living President by Far, Gallup Poll Finds
Only 39 per cent of Americans have a favourable view of President Joe Biden, while 57 per cent have an unfavourable view of him, according to a new poll by Gallup. His net favourability rating of negative 28 points is by far the worst among the five living Presidents, a whopping 26 points below the second least popular of them, Donald Trump.
With USAID Donald Trump Crossed the Rubicon to Our Benefit
‘The Supreme Court has stated that, on average, it now takes 15 years for a citizen to have their case heard, a stark increase from 1.5 years before the reform. Despite billions spent by European and American taxpayers, not only have the metrics worsened, but Albanian citizens are now receiving less justice.’