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Bundestag Elects Friedrich Merz Chancellor after Historic First-Round Failure

The Bundestag has elected CDU leader Friedrich Merz as Chancellor of Germany in a second round of voting, following a historic failure to secure an absolute majority in the first round. Falling just six votes short, Merz became the first…
  • Joakim Scheffer
  • ‎ —‎ 06.05.2025
  • POLITICS

Chris Farrell: Europe Must Resist the Authoritarian Drift

‘Marcin Romanowski is a principled leader, unjustly targeted by the Tusk government’s lawfare tactics. The politically motivated charges and aggressive legal actions against him, including the misuse of state institutions to silence political opposition, threaten the rule of law. Such…
  • Hungarian Conservative
  • ‎ —‎ 06.05.2025
  • INTERVIEW

‘There is no winner in trade and tariff wars’ — An Interview with Ambassador Gong Tao

How does China plan to counterbalance the American tariff actions? Where can China find new markets for its products? What are the main goals of the Chinese foreign policy and neighbourhood diplomacy? And how does Hungary’s connectivity policy align with…
  • Tamás Maráczi
  • ‎ —‎ 06.05.2025
  • CURRENT

Orbán Hits Back at Zelenskyy’s Baseless Claims and Threats

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed that an overwhelming majority of Hungarians—around 70 per cent—support Kyiv’s EU bid, citing an ‘open survey’ conducted by the Hungarian opposition. While this claim is factually incorrect, Zelenskyy also issued a veiled threat to Hungarian…
  • Joakim Scheffer
  • ‎ —‎ 06.05.2025
  • CURRENT

Confidence High, Expectations Misaligned in Hungary‘s Labour Market

Hungarians are increasingly confident in their current job stability, yet often underestimate the time and effort needed to find new employment if laid off, a new survey by BNP Paribas Cardif and Medián assessing labour market sentiment reveals….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 06.05.2025
  • CURRENT

Israeli Hungarian Hostage Omri Miran Marks His 48th Birthday in Captivity

‘Our Omri is strong and will not break, but his heart is broken. A year and a half and 58 hostages are waiting to be brought back…We will continue to fight until Omri returns to us, and especially to his…
  • Sáron Sugár
  • ‎ —‎ 06.05.2025
  • CURRENT

Hungarian–Swiss Alliance Advocates for Realistic Peace in Ukraine

Hungary and Switzerland reaffirmed their commitment to a diplomatic resolution to the war in Ukraine, emphasizing that peace can only be achieved through negotiations involving all parties, Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said in Bern….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 06.05.2025
  • OPINION

Family Housing Lottery Stimulus: How to Win an Election and Raise the Birth Rate

‘What is needed is an investment-led stimulus that promotes Hungarian families, raises the birth rate, and aims at improving the living standards, especially in towns and villages. To achieve all these objectives at once—and, at the same time, to provide…
  • Philip Pilkington
  • ‎ —‎ 06.05.2025
  • CURRENT, TECH

From Tank to Tech: Fish Schooling Cracks the Code for Robot Swarms

A new international study led by researchers from Constance University and Max Planck Institute, with support from Hungary’s Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) and MIT, has used virtual reality to decode how fish swim in schools—revealing simple natural rules that may…
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 06.05.2025
  • OPINION

On Trump’s Pope Image: A Sign of the Times

President Trump sparked backlash after posting an AI-generated image of himself as the Pope, drawing outrage from Catholic leaders and public figures alike. While some defended the move as harmless, it can be seen as part of a broader decline…
  • Mario Alexis Portella
  • ‎ —‎ 05.05.2025
  • OPINION

Does Donald Trump’s Approval Rating Even Matter Anymore?

After nearly a decade of mainstream pollsters consistently underpolling President Trump’s national support in the United States, it is fair to ask the question: Does his approval rating even matter anymore? Or is there any better way to asses the…
  • Márton Losonczi
  • ‎ —‎ 05.05.2025
  • POLITICS

From Makeshift Morgue to EPP Congress Venue

‘The EPP held its Congress last week, in Valencia, Spain. The choice of location soon became a burden to the organizers, however, as locals’ EPP-inflicted wounds are fresh. About half a year ago, the region was hit by a deadly…
  • Lili Zemplényi
  • ‎ —‎ 05.05.2025
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REVIEW

Trump Jr Hails Hungary as ‘Heaven’, Teases Possible US Investments
CURRENT

Trump Jr Hails Hungary as ‘Heaven’, Teases Possible US Investments

Speaking at the Trump Business 2025 Forum, Executive Vice President of the Trump Organization Donald Trump Jr praised Hungary and Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for defending Western civilization and serving the country’s national interests. The eldest son of US President Donald Trump also hinted at possible future US investments and cooperation in key sectors.

Joakim Scheffer
28.04.2025
Rock Titans Return: Three Days Grace to Open European Tour in Budapest
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Rock Titans Return: Three Days Grace to Open European Tour in Budapest

Canadian rock band Three Days Grace will launch their European tour in Budapest on November 14. The concert at Papp László Sport arena will feature the band’s biggest hits alongside new tracks, kicking off a 21-stop tour across Europe.

Ádám Bráder
28.04.2025
Budapest’s New Mobility Hub Offers a Glimpse into Tomorrow’s Commute
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Budapest’s New Mobility Hub Offers a Glimpse into Tomorrow’s Commute

Budapest has opened WEMOVE, the city’s first integrated mobility exhibition and training centre, offering visitors a hands-on experience with the future of urban transport, from electric vehicles to micromobility solutions.

Ádám Bráder
28.04.2025
Hungary Mourns a Friend: Orbán Honours Pope Francis’ Message of Peace
CURRENT

Hungary Mourns a Friend: Orbán Honours Pope Francis’ Message of Peace

Following Pope Francis’ funeral, Viktor Orbán called the event a moving and hopeful farewell, highlighting the Pope’s legacy of peace and unity. He urged reflection and emphasized the need for strong Christian solidarity in today’s troubled world.

Ádám Bráder
28.04.2025
Szoboszlai’s Liverpool Secure Premier League Title
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Szoboszlai’s Liverpool Secure Premier League Title

With their 5–1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, Liverpool FC are now officially the champions of the 2024–2025 English Premier League season. Dominik Szoboszlai contributed two assists to the victory, and he is now the first Hungarian player to win the Premier League.

Márton Losonczi
27.04.2025
Life and Death in the Ghettos — New Book Reveals Harsh Reality of 1944 German Occupation
CULTURE & SOCIETY REVIEW

Life and Death in the Ghettos — New Book Reveals Harsh Reality of 1944 German Occupation

‘It’s equally important to recognize…that at the local level…Arrow Cross members participated in internments, entered ghettos to loot and torture Jews. The author also outlines new directions for both research and remembrance by pointing out that the Jewish victims who had converted to Christianity (the “converts”) are rarely remembered, even though they, too, were often deported and killed.’

László Bernát Veszprémy
27.04.2025
Alternative Hungarian Singing Pedagogy in New York — A Conversation with Kinga Cserjési
DIASPORA INTERVIEW

Alternative Hungarian Singing Pedagogy in New York — A Conversation with Kinga Cserjési

‘My primary goal is to make people aware of the existence of this singing pedagogy…The Libero Canto approach presents a completely different paradigm that hasn’t entered the mainstream, because traditional singing schools have a very tight pace of teaching, there are tough exams and performances, which we don’t have because we don’t see the point, as everyone develops at a different pace.’

Ildikó Antal-Ferencz
27.04.2025
A Goddess, a Secret, and a Success Story — Zsolnay Porcelain and Ceramics
CULTURE & SOCIETY

A Goddess, a Secret, and a Success Story — Zsolnay Porcelain and Ceramics

‘Zsolnay was special because, in addition to its aristocratic and wealthy foreign customers, it always thought of the ordinary person, too. In the last century, there was hardly a household without at least one Zsolnay white bowl or a milk jug, wine bucket, or baking mould from the distinctive pink collection. Here, high quality was matched by an amazing quantity.’

Emese Hulej
27.04.2025
A Little Longer to Wait for the 2040 Climate Targets
POLITICS

A Little Longer to Wait for the 2040 Climate Targets

‘Science suggests that 90 per cent is actually the lower limit for what would be Europe’s fair share of emissions reductions by 2040…if we are to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, we cannot put on the handbrake now, when we have only 25 years to go, and 2023 figures show a reduction of only 37 per cent from 1990 levels so far.’

Bettina Tóth
26.04.2025
From Transylvania to Florida — A Conversation with Reformed Pastor Lóránd Csiki-Mákszem
DIASPORA INTERVIEW

From Transylvania to Florida — A Conversation with Reformed Pastor Lóránd Csiki-Mákszem

‘The support and spiritual guidance we received from the Krasznai and Bőjtös families helped us tremendously in adjusting to our new life. Even though I had already served as a pastor for 14 years, the first six months were not easy. I learned a great deal, which helped me understand both the social and religious life here.’

Ildikó Antal-Ferencz
26.04.2025
We Have to Face Reality — Life in the Era of Polycrisis
CULTURE & SOCIETY

We Have to Face Reality — Life in the Era of Polycrisis

‘We are moving towards the so-called “Hothouse Earth” at an extraordinary pace. There is only one explanation for this: the operation of global industrial civilization has thrown the Earth’s climate systems out of balance. In short, it is not that we are facing processes and consequences the likes of which the Earth has never seen, but that weather events are becoming more extreme…with potentially very serious consequences for our daily lives.’

Anita Farkas
26.04.2025
Bosnia Mulls New Charges after Failed Arrest Attempt of Milorad Dodik
CURRENT

Bosnia Mulls New Charges after Failed Arrest Attempt of Milorad Dodik

The Sarajevo court could bring new charges against Republika Srpska officials following a failed arrest attempt by a federal agency on Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik on Wednesday. Federal authorities attempted to detain the president in the eastern part of the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina; however, Bosnian Serb police prevented the operation.

Joakim Scheffer
25.04.2025
Fidesz Won Its First Constitutional Supermajority 15 Years Ago Today
CULTURE & SOCIETY POLITICS

Fidesz Won Its First Constitutional Supermajority 15 Years Ago Today

The Fidesz-KDNP coalition, led by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, won 263 seats out of the National Assembly’s 386 at the time, and won the popular vote by 33.4 points, 15 years ago today, on 25 April 2010. They have won three more elections in a row with a constitutional supermajority since, which is an incredible feat.

Márton Losonczi
25.04.2025
The Johnny Somali Story: A Full Lore Breakdown
CULTURE & SOCIETY

The Johnny Somali Story: A Full Lore Breakdown

Infamous nuisance streamer Johnny Somali is one of the most hated people in the world right now. While he is stuck in Seoul, South Korea, awaiting the adjudication of his five total charges, let’s take a detailed look at some of the most frequently asked questions about his story.

Márton Losonczi
25.04.2025
Persecuted Ex-Minister Romanowski to Lead Hungarian–Polish Institute of Freedom
CURRENT

Persecuted Ex-Minister Romanowski to Lead Hungarian–Polish Institute of Freedom

Director General of the Center for Fundamental Rights Miklós Szánthó announced the establishment of the Hungarian–Polish Institute of Freedom on Friday. The institute, led by politically persecuted former Polish Deputy Minister of Justice Marcin Romanowski, will focus on drawing attention to and providing transparency on how Donald Tusk’s government is dismantling the rule of law and democracy in Poland.

Joakim Scheffer
25.04.2025
Viktor Orbán to Attend Funeral of Pope Francis
CURRENT

Viktor Orbán to Attend Funeral of Pope Francis

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will attend the funeral of Pope Francis on Saturday at St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican. Orbán had a special relationship with the late pope, having met him on several occasions, most recently last December during his second peace mission to help end the war in Ukraine.

Joakim Scheffer
25.04.2025
East Meets West in Budapest — Football Forum Hungary 2025 Is Coming!
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

East Meets West in Budapest — Football Forum Hungary 2025 Is Coming!

Football Forum Hungary 2025, the event featuring illustrious speakers from the world of football to talk about the sport from a business, science, and legal aspect, will be taking place at the Groupama Arena in Budapest, Hungary, on 29 April this year.

Márton Losonczi
25.04.2025
Donald Tusk Spreads Disinformation on Hungary’s EU Exit
CURRENT POLITICS

Donald Tusk Spreads Disinformation on Hungary’s EU Exit

Polish PM Donald Tusk has been caught spreading disinformation on X, misleadingly portraying a recent speech by Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán as evidence that he is contemplating Hungary’s exit from the European Union. In doing so, Tusk appeared to be attempting to discredit the right-wing opposition PiS party—which maintains close ties with Orbán—just weeks ahead of the presidential election in May.

Joakim Scheffer
25.04.2025
How The Democrats Make My Job as a Republican Campaigner Easy
OPINION

How The Democrats Make My Job as a Republican Campaigner Easy

‘There has been an extraordinarily noticeable and palpable shift in the political culture and discourse in the United States over the past two decades…And the absolute most crucial thing the Democratic Party wants you to believe is that, above all else, being a Democrat is the only acceptable thing to be in America.’

Sean Nottoli
25.04.2025
Hungary May Soon Produce Humanoid Robots via Israeli Tech Partnership
CURRENT REVIEW TECH

Hungary May Soon Produce Humanoid Robots via Israeli Tech Partnership

‘We are looking for companies capable of manufacturing humanoid robots,’ Hungarian Government Commissioner for Artificial Intelligence László Palkovics stated in an interview with Index. He recently visited Israel, where he met with many firms in the technology sector—meetings that, he said, could lead to partnerships elevating Hungary into the elite ranks of high-tech production.

Joakim Scheffer
24.04.2025
President Sulyok: ‘Nothing can come before child protection’
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

President Sulyok: ‘Nothing can come before child protection’

‘Children are the guarantees of the survival of the Hungarian nation, they will follow in our footsteps, they will continue our work, and hopefully they will correct our mistakes,’ President Tamás Sulyok of Hungary said at a conference on child protection held by the Csongrád-Csanád County Government Office in Szeged, Hungary.

Márton Losonczi
24.04.2025
Rubio Blasts POLITICO For Fake News About Russian Sanctions
CURRENT POLITICS

Rubio Blasts POLITICO For Fake News About Russian Sanctions

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio claimed in an X post that the report by POLITICO claiming that he and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff were debating lifting sanctions on Russia’s Nord Stream 2 pipeline is ‘unequivocally false’ and ‘if POLITICO has an ounce of integrity they will fully retract this piece of fiction.’

Márton Losonczi
24.04.2025
Hungarian Family Policy Inspires South Korean Baby Loan Plan
CURRENT POLITICS

Hungarian Family Policy Inspires South Korean Baby Loan Plan

The Democratic Party of Korea is reportedly exploring ways to incorporate incentives similar to the Hungarian approach on family policy into its finalized policy package ahead of the presidential elections in June. South Korea is among the countries most severely affected by demographic decline—a crisis already having negative impacts across multiple sectors.

Joakim Scheffer
24.04.2025
National Railway Company MÁV Remains Largest Employer in Hungary
CURRENT

National Railway Company MÁV Remains Largest Employer in Hungary

According to the Budapest Business Journal, MÁV had 50,000 employees on their payroll across two entities, making them the largest employer in the country. Among non-state-owned companies, the building cleaning and facility management firm B+N Referencia Zrt has the most workers, 14,217.

Márton Losonczi
24.04.2025
Donald Trump Jr Kicks Off Regional Business Trip in Hungary
CURRENT

Donald Trump Jr Kicks Off Regional Business Trip in Hungary

Donald Trump Jr, the eldest son of US President Donald Trump, is reportedly travelling to Hungary to kick off a regional business trip. The Executive Vice President of the Trump Organization is scheduled to meet Gellért Jászai of Hungarian telecommunications giant 4iG on Friday.

Joakim Scheffer
24.04.2025
 ‘Green and Smart’: 3rd Miskolc Campus Forum in Hungary
CULTURE & SOCIETY TECH

 ‘Green and Smart’: 3rd Miskolc Campus Forum in Hungary

‘This forum, which is scheduled for 6 May 2025, will be a major opportunity for anyone who can make it to learn from and consult with significant Hungarian figures from the public and private sectors.’

Hugo Martin
24.04.2025
EU Commission’s Migration Fines on Hungary Exceed €500M
CURRENT

EU Commission’s Migration Fines on Hungary Exceed €500M

Penalties related to Hungary’s dispute with the European Commission over migration policy exceeded €500 million by mid-April. Following a verdict by the European Court of Justice, Hungary is obliged to pay €1 million per day—among other fines—until it implements legislation in compliance with EU law.

Joakim Scheffer
23.04.2025
Bryan Leib: ‘Hungary should continue its fight against the EU’
CURRENT REVIEW

Bryan Leib: ‘Hungary should continue its fight against the EU’

Center for Fundamental Rights Fellow Bryan Leib has recently given an interview to the Hungarian public television, in which he urged the Hungarian government to keep fighting the bureaucracy in Brussles, since ‘this big governmental body in Brussels is telling Viktor Orbán and the Hungarian people how to live their lives, what to spend their money on, and to accept migrants—it’s absurd!’

Márton Losonczi
23.04.2025
Interpol Refuses to Issue Red Notice for Former Polish Minister Romanowski
CURRENT

Interpol Refuses to Issue Red Notice for Former Polish Minister Romanowski

Interpol has refused to issue a red notice for former Polish Deputy Minister of Justice Marcin Romanowski, who is currently residing in Hungary after being granted political asylum in December 2024. The decision signals that the organization may view the prosecution against Romanowski as politically motivated.

Joakim Scheffer
23.04.2025
The Center’s Miklós Szánthó Congratulates Gavin Wax on FCC Appointment
CURRENT

The Center’s Miklós Szánthó Congratulates Gavin Wax on FCC Appointment

Former New York Young Republican Club president and CPAC Hungary 2024 speaker Gavin Wax has been appointed as Chief of Staff to FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington in the US. Center for Fundamental Rights Director General Miklós Szánthó congratulated him on his new position in a Facebook post.

Márton Losonczi
23.04.2025
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