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Main Opposition in Hungary Tisza Names New Foreign Affairs Chief - Who is Anita Orbán?

• 27 Jan 2026 7:55 AM

Péter Magyar, leader of the TISZA party, has named Dr. Anita Orbán as the party’s new Foreign Affairs Chief. Announcing the appointment on Facebook this past Saturday, Magyar described Orbán as the "new face of Hungarian diplomacy."

The appointment brings a high-profile corporate and diplomatic figure into the opposition’s leadership. Magyar highlighted Orbán’s extensive experience within international business and global energy policy, noting her deep understanding of the decision-making processes within major multinational corporations.

Professional Background and Career Highlights

Originally from Berettyóújfalu, Dr. Orbán has maintained a strong connection to her roots in rural Hungary while building a career that has spanned several global hubs, including London.

Her professional trajectory includes:

Diplomatic Service: Between 2010 and 2015, she served as Hungary’s Ambassador-at-Large for Energy Security.
International Advisory: She has acted as an expert advisor to both the European Parliament and the U.S. Congress, specifically representing the interests of the Visegrád Group (V4).
Corporate Leadership: In 2021, she took on the role of Deputy CEO at Vodafone Hungary before moving to London to serve as a Director for Vodafone Global.
Recognition: She has been featured on the Forbes list of Hungary’s most influential women for five consecutive years.

Political Context

In addition to her corporate roles, Dr. Orbán has served on the board of Globsec, a prominent international think tank.

The appointment has already drawn reactions from across the political aisle. Government-aligned outlet Magyar Nemzet highlighted her ties to international security organizations, while Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó commented that her background makes her a choice that would be well-received in "Brussels and Kyiv."
 

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