New contracts released by the Várkapitányság Nonprofit Zrt. reveal significant luxury spending at the Karmelita building in Hungary, including 266 million for lamps and 270 million for an organ.
The Hungarian government plans to close tax loopholes for wealthy individuals through NAV inspections and contract reviews, particularly targeting those who use trust asset management structures for tax advantages.
The Hungarian government has adopted a new tax package, affecting personal income tax on trust asset management, corporate tax incentives, retail tax, and certain environmental and sectoral taxes, while also eliminating several smaller tax categories.
The Hungarian government has inherited a system where hospitals operate with a 100 billion forint 'credit card' from suppliers, which is now reportedly half empty, highlighting significant financial challenges in the healthcare sector.
A Hungarian article discusses the principles of democratic governance, institutional self-restraint, and the restoration of checks and balances, specifically in relation to the oversight of secret services.
A single concert, estimated to attract only 4,000 attendees, was reportedly ordered from Balásy's company for 1,501,809,323 forints (approximately 3.8 million euros) in the week leading up to an election in Hungary.
Suzuki's CEO, István Kapitány, revealed discussions with the Hungarian government regarding investments in the production of electric vehicles and battery packs.
Three environmental advocacy groups have sent an open letter to Prime Minister Péter Magyar, calling on the Hungarian government to protect the country’s GMO-free status and appeal to the Court of Justice of the European Union against the deregulation of gene editing.
The Hungarian government has filed complaints in four cases suspected of corruption, including the 'Gondosóra' program which Magyar Péter described as 'full theft' and was subsequently removed from the EU recovery plan.
The Hungarian government replaced its digital elderly care program, 'Gondosóra', from the EU recovery plan to avoid losing funds, a decision made after the Integrity Authority began its investigation but before a formal complaint was filed last week.
The Hungarian government announced that prescription medications will be exempt from Value Added Tax (VAT) starting in September. This measure aims to reduce the cost of essential medicines for citizens.
The Hungarian government has submitted a bill aimed at uncovering agent files, proposing legislation to reveal historical intelligence documents. This move seeks to address transparency regarding past state agents.
Attila Balázs's business empire in Transylvania, once a success story of Hungarian state support, is reportedly facing setbacks after a change in government, with investments halted and news of austerity measures emerging.
Months after the new Hungarian government was formed, some ministries still lack full staff, with old employees reportedly watching each other among boxes for eight hours a day due to insufficient time for transfers or reluctance to dismiss them.
The Hungarian government has announced the recall of soldiers who were deemed to have been 'unjustly removed' from service. Reinstatement requests must be submitted to the Minister of Defense.
The Hungarian government is reviewing the ten-year lease agreement for the Papp László Budapest Sport Arena. This re-evaluation could lead to changes in the management or terms of the venue's operation.
The Hungarian government has ordered the removal of asbestos-contaminated gravel imported from Austria. The contaminated material was found in Szombathely, prompting immediate action.
The Hungarian government has decided to rid the most affected district of Szombathely of asbestos-containing crushed stone, citing the large-scale contamination that warrants immediate intervention.
The Hungarian government has begun discussions with players in the country's space research and industry, aiming to support emerging companies behind the 4iG group.
The new Hungarian government plans to significantly boost wind energy development after 16 years, aiming to tenfold its capacity in four years with the help of substantial EU funds, fundamentally transforming the country's energy mix.
The new Hungarian government has definitively severed ties with the 'Balásy universe,' terminating two massive framework contracts, each worth 75 billion forints, that were signed during the previous Orbán government.
Following a change in government and new leadership at the Government Debt Management Agency, Hungary has returned to the international bond market for the first time, taking a massive loan despite the recent release of 10 billion euros in EU funds.
The Hungarian government is planning extensive celebrations for August 20th, including a ten-minute fireworks display, a DJ at Kossuth Square, and family experience zones. A tender for an event organizer to manage the program series must be found within a week.
The Hungarian government has unveiled its new anti-corruption cabinet, following the European Union Council's approval of Hungary's national recovery plan.
The Hungarian government has allocated an additional 821 million forints to prevent environmental damage threatening the Dunaferr steelworks. This funding aims to address potential ecological risks at the industrial site.
According to its executive director, the Hungarian Maltese Charity Service is facing a severe crisis, attributed to the ongoing conflict between the European Union and the previous Hungarian government.
The Hungarian government has filed a complaint regarding the National Media and Infocommunications Authority (NMHH) paying 31.2 billion for data deletion codes, with suspicions that the authority paid for codes that were never even used.
The Hungarian government is reportedly planning to revise and potentially tighten the taxation of extra profits derived from Russian oil, impacting companies like Mol.
The Hungarian government has initiated an extraordinary parliamentary session next week to vote on a constitutional amendment, following over ten hours of debate. Concurrently, the parliament is also discussing future working hours.
The Hungarian government has announced a substantial reduction in the budget deficit by hundreds of billions of forints, with growth stopping in May and a significant drop in June, though the deficit remains high.
The Hungarian government may face its first setback from Brussels over a proposed constitutional amendment. A key point, previously urged by the European Union, could be removed from the constitution in the name of power concentration.
The Hungarian government has submitted a constitutional bill to remove the president, while Viktor Orbán claims the current government is moving towards a dictatorship. This comes as Péter Magyar continues to challenge Orbán's administration, including by publishing a video of the former Hungarian president's villa.
A Hungarian government official has been arrested on suspicion of bribery, allegedly receiving kickbacks from an entrepreneur after two successful tenders.
The Hungarian government office has ordered the suspension of all activities at the Semcorp plant in Debrecen. This decision effectively prohibits the company from continuing its operations in the city.
The Tisza government in Hungary is tasked with rebuilding the environmental protection apparatus in an emergency situation, directly confronting the effects of climate change after 16 years without a dedicated ministry.
The Hungarian Prime Minister's Office confirmed that severance payments to state secretaries are currently being processed, a topic previously commented on by Péter Magyar.
András Cser-Palkovics has expressed dissatisfaction with the Hungarian government's lack of policy announcements regarding local self-governance, indicating that local government advocacy organizations will develop a proposal package by August.
The new Hungarian government announced it would lift bans for approximately 10,000 users blocked by Viktor Orban's previous administration on official Facebook pages. Scrolling through the list of blocked users takes 13 minutes.
Hungary's government sector accumulated a deficit exceeding two thousand billion forints in the first three months, attributed partly to election spending, with the deficit rising by 838 billion forints compared to last year's first quarter.
The previous Hungarian government has spent at least 200 billion forints on the "concrete-historicizing" renovation of the Castle District, with ongoing projects estimated to cost an additional 65 billion forints, reflecting Viktor Orbán's vision.
The Hungarian government is currently evaluating the feedback received regarding a proposed constitutional amendment. However, the legislation establishing the National Asset Protection and Recovery Office can still be commented on for two more days.
The new Hungarian government led by Prime Minister Peter Magyar and his Tisza party is rapidly advancing societal transformation, including a promised return to Europe and an end to blockades.
The Hungarian government has decided on a risky move to establish an Advisory Committee to assist in the review of classified documents, aiming for the disclosure of agent files, though only partial success is expected.
The Hungarian government has adjusted teacher salary increases, decided to establish a national public transport organizer, and named the Tisza party foundation as the recipient for state support.
A Hungarian government briefing, attended by Péter Magyar, provides new details on the "gold convoy" case (Ukrainian money transport) and discusses extraordinary measures due to a heatwave.
Hungarian government bond yields are nearing those of the UK following the Tisza party's electoral victory, despite a significant difference in the two countries' risk ratings. Hungary can now borrow for 10 years at more favorable rates than Poland.
The Dunakeszi Járműjavító railway vehicle repair company faces a multi-billion forint deficit after its joint Egyptian carriage manufacturing venture with Russia halted, along with MÁV carriage repairs, prompting anticipated rapid government intervention.
The Hungarian government plans to issue a major tender for wind power plant construction by the end of August, aiming to expand capacity by at least 700 megawatts.
The Hungarian government, through Péter Magyar, is announcing a draft law aimed at making previously classified files of communist secret police agents accessible to the public.
Forty-four embassies and cultural institutes have expressed their support for Budapest Pride, with dozens of embassies commending the Hungarian government's stance.
Péter Magyar announced an extraordinary government session for Monday, promising to reveal information in parliament that he claims will challenge the current Hungarian government.
The Hungarian government has lifted the ban on Ukrainian news outlets that were previously blocked by the former administration. This decision reverses earlier restrictions on media access.
EU leaders have for the first time in over a year issued a joint statement in support of Ukraine, with a change in the Hungarian government removing a key blocking obstacle.
The Hungarian government has officially announced a review of tobacco and casino concessions, with Dávid Vitézy also tasked with rethinking the development of Városliget.
The Hungarian government aims to filter out politically well-known figures from tobacco and casino concessions. A large company from Hódmezővásárhely, responsible for supplying nearly 5800 tobacco shops in Hungary, has paid out 52.5 billion forints in dividends to its owners in its first 10 years.
The Hungarian government has decided to dismantle construction barriers and fully parkify the unfinished Városliget project, with further changes also planned for Heroes' Square in Budapest.
The Hungarian government is offering up to 280,000 forints per month in wage support for hospitality businesses hiring student workers aged 16-25 this summer. Young people can apply by filling out a registration form.
The EU General Affairs Council discussed the rule of law situation in Hungary, with Justice Commissioner Michael McGrath acknowledging progress and steps taken by the new Hungarian government, though noting not all issues are resolved.
Poland is awaiting an official response from the new Hungarian government regarding the revocation of asylum status granted to former Polish Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro, a necessary step for an extradition request to the United States.
Hungary's controversial Counter-Terrorism Centre (TEK), often referred to as Orban's 'private guard' and which recently opened an office in Banja Luka, is likely to be completely disbanded by the new Hungarian government led by Peter Magyar.
The new Hungarian government is reviewing its part of the contract for the Budapest-Belgrade high-speed railway project due to suspicions of corruption.
Migration Aid has responded to the Hungarian government's publicly announced plans for Vitnyéd, requesting the Tisza government to review a decree that would displace Transcarpathian refugees.
The Hungarian government's approach, characterized by silencing legitimate criticism, pushing symbolic but harmful issues, and delaying unpopular decisions, is seen as a shift towards absolute populism.
Péter Magyar, seen as an heir and gravedigger of the Orbán era, has completed his first month in government, with analysis focusing on the contradictions of his efforts to dismantle his nationalist predecessor's legacy.
The Hungarian government is reportedly planning to consolidate recovered assets into a state fund, while also considering the fate of several non-university foundations. This move suggests a restructuring of state-controlled wealth and assets.
The new Hungarian government is reportedly moving quickly to dismantle Viktor Orbán's patronage system within the scientific community, signaling a return to greater autonomy for academic institutions.
The Hungarian government is reorganizing the Klebelsberg Center, and the management of education will be transferred to Judit Lannert's ministry, with district leader positions now open for application.
UDMR Senator Lóránd Turos has submitted documents to the CNA to take over a media trust in Transylvania that previously received millions of euros from Hungarian governments.
A private individual registered a fake website for the National Asset Recovery and Protection Office in Hungary, which the government has confirmed it has no connection to. The motive behind the creation of the deceptive site is unclear.
The Hungarian government has canceled the concession tender for the M86 and M87 expressways, citing excessive costs where even the cheaper bid would have amounted to 2033 billion forints for the state over 30 years.
The Hungarian government plans to reopen and renovate the Planetarium in Népliget, which has been closed and deteriorating since 2017. The project aims to find a new function for the building and will cost over six billion forints.
The TISZA government in Hungary is accused of de facto criminalizing the national conservative opposition through a frontal attack on its institutions and members, following a German model.
The Hungarian government plans to streamline the management of state-owned companies, significantly reduce their salaries, and retrospectively review the assets of politicians from the past two decades.
The Hungarian government has filed complaints regarding several public procurement deals, including those linked to a company associated with Tiborcz and Duna Aszfalt, involving projects like Egyptian railway cars and an road between Zambia and Congo.
The Hungarian government has unveiled a significant railway development package, which includes two new tram-trains, a new HÉV fleet, and line accelerations. This initiative aims to modernize and expand the country's rail infrastructure.
The Hungarian government has launched an investigation into a major investment by Chinese car manufacturer BYD in Hungary. This comes after former Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó, who negotiated the deal, reportedly took a job with BYD.
Chess legend Garry Kasparov has endorsed Judit Polgár for Hungarian President, stating that such a move would send an important message from the new Hungarian government, as he rejects both the Putin and Orbán regimes.
The Hungarian government has provided approximately 100-110 billion forints in research and development support to the German company Rheinmetall for tank development. Questions have been raised regarding the potential return on this significant investment.
The Hungarian government is preparing a new, more professional and cost-effective support program, signaling the end of its previous initiative titled 'Every business should have its own website!'.
The Hungarian minister responsible for the living environment has established an expert team to assess the situation of Lake Velence, while also promising stricter controls on construction in Natura 2000 areas, as the previous government's 40 billion forint plan to save the lake remains unfound.
The Hungarian government has confirmed a criminal investigation into former minister Péter Szijjártó over suspicions of cooperation with Russia, a case that could potentially lead to charges of treason.
The Hungarian government plans to review and redesign the Gondosóra program, an elderly care initiative, due to various issues and criticisms. The program aims to provide assistance to elderly citizens.
The Hungarian government, under former Foreign Minister Szijjártó's active support, provided tens of billions of forints in public funds to BYD, enabling the company to open five new plants and centers in Hungary in under 10 years.
The Hungarian government is preparing for what is expected to be the cheapest August 20th national holiday celebration in a decade, after issuing a new tender for the multi-day event.
The Hungarian government has terminated its contract with Balásy-owned Lounge Event Kft. for organizing the August 20th national celebrations and fireworks, despite having already paid half of the 17.5 billion forint fee.
The European Commission has approved a €2 billion capital injection into the Hungarian Development Bank (Magyar Fejlesztési Bank). This approval allows the Hungarian government to strengthen the bank's financial position.
The Hungarian government is initiating a public consultation process to gather opinions on five key transportation issues, including regulations concerning electric scooters.
The Hungarian Ministry of Economic and Energy Affairs will receive 25.9 billion forints in three installments from the utility protection fund to compensate district heating providers.
Hungary's government considers the climate law draft proposed by civil organizations to be a significant help, with the deputy state secretary for climate policy stating that incorporating more of its parts will improve the ministry's text.
András Kármán announced that the Hungarian government's 3,600 billion forint plan is expected to be approved, with funds allocated for important goals aligned with economic policy, despite tight deadlines.
Hungarian universities located outside Hungary have indicated they would not send speakers to the Tusványos summer university if the Hungarian government does not send its representatives.
While the Hungarian government and the Legislative Committee did not support explicitly including the deputy ombudsmen for national minorities and future generations in the Fundamental Law, discussions suggest their role may increase later.
International media, including Reuters, are evaluating the Hungarian government's actions, the outcomes of the NATO summit, and issues concerning Le Pen and Farage.
The Hungarian government is set to submit a proposal to exempt prescription drugs from VAT. A Fidesz MP also individually proposed a bill to reduce the VAT rate on all medicines to zero.
MCC Brussels, a Fidesz-affiliated think tank that received 99% of its funding from the Hungarian MCC foundation, is now seeking new financial support as the Hungarian government plans to dissolve its founding organization.
The Hungarian government is preparing its first foreign currency bond issuance, a move potentially driven by the need to pre-finance newly available EU funds.
A government office in Vas County, Hungary, purchased a 24 million HUF pickup truck officially for food chain safety tasks, but one of its leaders was reportedly using it for hunting.
The Hungarian government has submitted a bill for public consultation that would make secret service files public. Under the proposed legislation, a committee, predominantly composed of civilian experts, would decide on the declassification of files, rather than the secret services themselves.
Experts are still awaiting the publication of the 2024 publicly funded youth research by Századvég in Hungary, with reports indicating that even the current government led by Péter Magyar cannot access the database commissioned by the Orbán government.
Origo, a Hungarian news outlet aligned with the government, received 550 million forints in state advertising in the first half of last year. Other pro-government media, Mandiner and Bors, also received significant amounts.
The Hungarian government has replaced several leaders under the Ministry of Interior, including officials at the National Police Headquarters and the National Directorate General for Disaster Management.
The Hungarian government has approved a HUF 100,000 (approximately €250) grant to support families with school-related expenses. This decision aims to provide financial assistance for the start of the school year.
The Orbán government in Hungary has invested significant funds in water utility development in recent years, but critics argue these investments have primarily focused on meeting the needs of battery factories. This has led to questions about the broader impact on water infrastructure.
The Hungarian government has published a detailed plan for the dissolution of public interest trusts, starting with foundations that do not maintain universities, with university-affiliated trusts to follow after a transitional period.
The Hungarian government has appointed ministers to lead various public foundations, including Ruff Bálint for the Batthyány Lajos Foundation and Mathias Corvinus Collegium Foundation, and Tarr Zoltán for Schmidt Mária's institutes.
According to economist Bod Péter Ákos, the Hungarian government, still addressing urgent corrections, must soon present new tax policies, asset management principles, and ultimately, a new vision for the Hungarian state.
Greece has expressed its support for Hungary's efforts to join the eurozone. This endorsement was made by Pierrakakis from Budapest, highlighting Greece's backing for the Hungarian government's economic goals.
A report suggests that the 'gold convoy case' could be a significant challenge for the current Hungarian government, as it attempts to overcome the legacy of its predecessor.
The Hungarian government, led by the Tisza party, does not support the proposed relocation of the Constitutional Court to Buda Castle. Specifically, they oppose its move into the Archduke Joseph Palace.
The Hungarian government is reportedly making phone calls to citizens, asking for their opinions on the 'Cleansing Fire' operation, with Péter Magyar speaking in the calls.
The appointment of former Fidesz leader Dénes Nemcsok as a state secretary in Viktória Lőrincz's ministry has sparked outrage among employees of the National Development Center, leading to a petition with over 1600 signatures.
The Hungarian government has reportedly failed to pay billions of forints to suppliers involved in a state program aimed at developing websites for small and medium-sized enterprises, despite funds being available.
The Venice Commission has postponed its visit to Budapest after the Hungarian government, led by PM Magyar, refused to receive the organization's delegation, potentially causing embarrassment for EU leadership.
A Hungarian government bill grants significant powers to the National Asset Recovery and Protection Office, prompting warnings that the organization could be used as a political tool.
Kati Cseres, head of EU law at the University of Amsterdam, warns that while the new Hungarian government seeks billions from Brussels, it neglects media diversity and social participation, raising questions about its commitment to the rule of law.
According to the Austrian Foreign Minister, the Hungarian government destroyed many documents in the foreign ministry, with the Hungarian government dictating an astonishing pace.
The Hungarian government is covering 75-100% of student worker wages, aiming to increase youth employment. Concerns are raised that the generous support might be going to positions that would have been created anyway.
The Hungarian government is encouraging citizens to consume at least 5-6 more servings of pork in the coming weeks to support the struggling domestic pig farming sector, citing health benefits.
The Hungarian government canceled a parliamentary committee meeting in Szombathely that was scheduled to address asbestos contamination, while Greenpeace warns that meaningful action and financial support are still awaited.
The Hungarian government has dismantled the centralized state communication system, granting state institutions the right to manage their communication procurements outside the previous central framework, though they can still use it if desired.
A Hungarian government briefing addressed the end of protected fuel prices, the establishment of a new National Asset Recovery and Protection Office, and ongoing discussions at the EU summit. The new chief medical officer also spoke about the expected heatwave.
Hungary's new government has lifted restrictions on access to the websites of Ukrainska Pravda and European Pravda, which were imposed during the previous administration of Viktor Orbán.
The Hungarian government is facing criticism from civil society groups as the debate begins in Parliament over the EU 'salad law,' a comprehensive bill aimed at securing EU funds. This comes amidst ongoing political tensions and dismissals within Fidesz-affiliated media.
Hungarian media reports indicate that Prime Minister Peter Magyar's new government is initiating changes within the security apparatus, with particular scrutiny on the controversial Counter-Terrorism Centre (TEK) and its office in Banja Luka.
Former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has launched strong accusations against the current government, claiming it has begun 'plundering the country' and warning of an upcoming offensive by his Fidesz party.
The Hungarian government acknowledged that the style of its social media post, which began with 'Orbán lied to his own people,' was 'not the most fortunate.' This admission followed public discussion regarding the post's tone.
The Hungarian government is anticipating lower interest rates, a move that would go against the trend of rate hikes in Europe and America. The Hungarian National Bank (MNB) may reduce the interest premium associated with the forint, potentially saving the budget significantly through subsidized loans.
The Hungarian government intends to phase out the current interest rate cap by the end of September, citing its unsustainability in the proposed legislation.
Prime Minister Péter Magyar stated that the Hungarian government is open to public debate on same-sex marriage and adoption, and will not prevent Budapest Pride from taking place this year.
The Hungarian government is conducting an audit of the Opera House, a move welcomed by its director, Ókovács. He stated that the institution has extensive experience with inspections and recommended Puccini.
The Hungarian government has decided to dismiss medical leaders, with the state secretary responsible for primary care stating that the situation had become untenable both professionally and morally.
OECD economists have sent a strong message to the Hungarian government in their latest country report, highlighting issues such as heatwaves and accumulating tensions.
The Hungarian government has put forward a draft amendment to end abusive strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPP) that hinder civic engagement, in line with a European Union directive.
The Hungarian government is introducing state interest subsidies, potentially up to 100%, for dairy cattle breeders. This measure aims to mitigate the ongoing crisis affecting the dairy industry.
The Hungarian government is investigating the state Eximbank's decision to approve a one billion euro loan for North Macedonia, with Prime Minister Péter Magyar announcing criminal charges filed in connection with four disputed financial deals.
The Hungarian government faces criticism for its contradictory actions regarding an asbestos issue in Szombathely, initially promising to remove all asbestos-containing stones but now focusing only on areas with elevated airborne asbestos levels.
The Hungarian government has reversed its decision regarding asbestos-contaminated gravel and crushed stone from Austrian quarries used in a Zalaegerszeg parking lot, choosing asphalt sealing instead of removal.
The Hungarian government has launched a comprehensive ten-year railway development program with a total budget of almost 3,500 billion forints (€9.6 billion), as announced by Prime Minister Péter Magyar.
The Hungarian government announced a 3.6 million forint salary cap for state company leaders, a 3550 billion forint railway development plan, and VAT-free prescription drugs starting September, during a government spokesperson briefing.
Hungary's budget closed June with a 424 billion forint surplus, partly due to nearly 150 billion forints in dividends from state-owned companies, including Szerencsejáték Zrt., decided by Márton Nagy just before the election.
Ragnar Almqvist, the Ambassador of Ireland to Budapest, shared his thoughts on the recent change in the Hungarian government, reflecting on the political developments.
The Hungarian government has reclassified a planned Chinese electrolyte manufacturing plant, intended to supply BMW and Mercedes EV production, removing its strategic importance status and potentially jeopardizing the project.
The Hungarian government has significantly expanded the framework for wind energy developments, revising potential locations due to much higher-than-expected investor interest in wind power projects.
The Hungarian government's road safety questionnaire includes questions about whether there should be an age limit for e-scooter use and stricter penalties for repeat speeders.
The Hungarian government is deploying more police and social workers to Budapest's inner districts to improve public safety, addressing growing social and mental health issues on the streets and introducing contractual community police.
After a five-year delay, the Hungarian government office has finally disclosed the number of transgender individuals who requested legal recognition of their gender before 2020. This information was obtained after persistent efforts to extract it from the authorities.
Transparency International revealed that companies owned by Balásy Gyula allegedly overcharged for government communication services, with some hourly rates reported to be ten to twenty times higher than standard.
The Hungarian government has granted municipalities an extension, allowing them to pay into the Regional Development Fund in November and next March instead of the original May deadline.
Hungarian Fidesz politicians voiced complaints in Brussels regarding constitutional amendments, while the European Commission warned the Hungarian government it has six weeks to fulfill its recovery fund plan worth 3.6 trillion forints.
Bertalan Havasi, the Hungarian government spokesperson, expressed shock and strong disapproval upon learning of Gergely Gulyás's resignation. This development suggests a more critical period for Fidesz than is outwardly apparent.
The previous Hungarian government established the Jerusalem Hungarian Academy with over half a billion forints six months before the elections, allocating nearly 200 million forints annually for its operation, though its activities remain largely unknown.
The Constantinople Orthodox Church is constructing its Budapest center using billions of forints in public funds, prompting a complaint from the Hungarian government, to which the church has responded in detail.
The Hungarian government aims to introduce new election rules for the Agrarian Chamber, with the stated goal of ensuring 'professional operation free from political influence'.
The Hungarian government has unblocked approximately ten thousand users from its official Facebook page. This decision has led to a surge of comments and renewed activity on the page.
Experts are closely watching the Hungarian government amidst a severe cadre shortage, questioning recent appointments from old cadres despite campaign promises to dismantle the Orbán system.
The Hungarian government suspects that one of the men who confronted protesters at Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's rallies may have been employed by the ruling Fidesz party. This comes after reports of individuals engaging with demonstrators during Orbán's national tour.
The Hungarian government announced it will file a complaint regarding state support totaling over 1.5 billion forints between 2021 and 2026 for seven civil organizations linked to Nóra Király, according to the Prime Minister's Cabinet Office.
The Hungarian government and the Tisza faction have announced they will not attend this year's Tusványos festival, leading several Hungarian universities abroad to also consider skipping the event. This decision comes as the government plans a ten-day break in August.
The Hungarian government is expected to submit a proposal within days to exempt prescription drugs from VAT, while a Fidesz MP has already introduced a bill to reduce the VAT rate on all medicines to zero.
One of the first legislative acts of Peter Magyar's new government in Hungary involves creating an independent authority to recover assets linked to financial crimes.
The Hungarian government is proposing to change "vármegye" back to "megye" and "főispán" to "kormánymegbízott" in 180 laws, a move estimated to cost 557 million forints.
The Hungarian government has launched an eight-day public consultation on a draft law that would allow the disclosure of agent files. This includes lists of successfully and unsuccessfully recruited individuals, as well as state security data stored on magnetic tapes, by October 22.
The Hungarian government has issued a decree for the complete declassification of communist-era secret service activities and new regulations for the Historical Archives of State Security.
A government briefing in Hungary covered upcoming school support, the appointment of an interim public media leader, and preparations for the new budget.
The official Facebook page of the Hungarian government has blocked nearly ten thousand users, with a video showing it takes thirteen minutes to scroll through the entire list. This action has drawn attention to the government's social media practices.
The TISZA government in Hungary plans to increase the tax burden on the Hungarian oil company MOL, expanding a special tax linked to the price difference between Brent and Urals crude oil, potentially costing MOL HUF 10 billion.
A report obtained by Direkt36 reveals that the Orbán government was aware of systemic problems in the Hungarian healthcare system for at least ten years but kept the information from the public. The document indicates that operational conditions were already inadequate in 2015.
Over sixteen years, the Fidesz government in Hungary reportedly rewrote theater laws, ensured pro-government majorities on 'professional' committees, and ignored protests to appoint its own people to theater director positions.
The President of the Eurogroup, Pierrakakis, posted about his meeting with Peter Magyar in Budapest, noting that the Hungarian government's actions reflect its European path.
Over 16 years, 1866 companies tied to the Orbán government's business circles have won more than 8400 billion forints in public procurement, accounting for 10 percent of the total profit of the Hungarian economy.
After spending a thousand billion forints, the Orbán government's uncoordinated plans for the Castle District would have radically altered Budapest's cityscape; Minister Dávid Vitézy has now announced a review of the Hauszmann Program investments.
Hungarian Fidesz politicians' claims about a $800 billion 'Ukrainian Welfare Plan' by President Zelensky have been debunked, with reports calling it a bluff.
The Hungarian government has supplemented its Recovery and Resilience Plan with new measures, including smartwatches and renewable energy sources, expanding a five-year-old resolution.
The Hungarian government plans to increase its wind power capacity more than tenfold by 2030, aiming for an optimal balance with current solar power production, with the first tender for 700 megawatts to be announced by the end of August.
The Hungarian government plans to invest 500 billion forints in developments aimed at changing electricity usage patterns, focusing on more efficient use of renewables through energy storage. Smart meters, currently scarce in Hungary, will also receive funding.
Seventy-eight individuals have applied for the position of president of the Government Control Office in Hungary, with a committee of five ministers evaluating the candidates.
The Hungarian government has accepted the European Commission's modified recovery plan, outlining 116 milestones to be fulfilled in exchange for 10 billion euros from the EU's recovery fund.
Binaifer Nowrojee, head of the Open Society Foundations, founded by George Soros, stated that the new Hungarian government should be given time, while also noting that the CEU will not return to Budapest.
The Hungarian government plans to re-regulate the liquidator market to eliminate abuses, as current procedures have been used for political purposes, favoritism, and asset stripping.
The Hungarian government has decided to immediately eliminate the fixed 3 percent interest rate on certain liquidity-oriented loan products under the Széchenyi Card Program, a move criticized as a 'slap in the face' for small businesses.
The operating license for Hungary's only regular sledding and cross-country ski slope in Normafa has been revoked by the government office, potentially leading to its closure.
The Tisza Party supported more lenient GMO regulations in the European Parliament, which ultimately approved the new gene-editing techniques regulation without amendments, prompting domestic green organizations to demand a response from the Hungarian government.
Péter Magyar announced that the Hungarian government will initiate the removal of the protected fuel price cap. This move signals an end to the current fuel price regulations.
The Hungarian government is exploring the expansion of its windfall tax on the energy sector, with the Ministry of Finance anticipating additional revenue of 6.25 billion forints this year and 15 billion next year from the measure.
Ilija Janjušević of Montenegro's Police Administration stated that a stationary radar system project, agreed with the Hungarian government, is now delayed due to a change in leadership in Hungary.
Sixty days after the elections, Hungary's new government under Péter Magyar is advancing a comprehensive package of institutional changes aimed at reforming the political system and enhancing transparency, including investigations into wealth.
The Hungarian economy has been stagnant for three years, with its two main growth engines exhausted. A GKI report suggests a new factor the Hungarian government could target for economic growth.
A significant conflict continues between Hungary's largest meat processor, Master Good, and the government, involving the import of guest workers and the fate of a 120 billion forint investment. Master Good's CEO has threatened to halt factory construction if guest workers are not allowed.
EU Rule of Law Commissioner Michael McGrath noted the new Hungarian government's commitment to reforms but stated that developments surrounding the presidential resignation are being closely monitored, calling April 12th an important date for Europe.
Hungary's Minister for Culture, Zoltán Tarr, has promised the book industry that the government will review the controversial book-packaging regulations at the opening of the Festive Book Week.