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Paks Upgrade Ineligible For Referendum
- 19 Jun 2017 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The upgrade of Hungary’s sole nuclear power plant in Paks is ineligible for a referendum as it is governed by an international accord, the head of the National Election Committee (NVB) told the Tuesday edition of daily Magyar Nemzet.
Russian Actions In Ukraine Unacceptable, Diplomats Tell Panel Discussion In Budapest
- 16 Jun 2017 8:10 AM
- current affairs
As Russia’s actions and methods employed against Ukraine are unacceptable, members of the international community should stay united in their response to the conflict, diplomats said at a panel discussion hosted by the National Public Service University in Budapest on Thursday.
Local Opinion: Soros & PM Exchange Mafia Accusations
- 13 Jun 2017 8:12 AM
- current affairs
As George Soros depicts the Orbán government as a ‘mafia state’, government politicians including the premier himself describe the NGOs supported by Mr Soros as ‘a mafia network.’ A pro-government columnist fears that anti-government protesters will soon turn violent.
Qatar Ambassador Rules Out Armed Conflict With Arab Neighbours
- 12 Jun 2017 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Qatar’s ambassador to Hungary ruled out the possibility that his country’s rift with its Arab neighbours could escalate into an armed conflict in an interview published in daily Magyar Nemzet. The diplomatic crisis began on Monday when several Arab countries cut diplomatic ties with Qatar, accusing it of supporting Islamist militants and meddling in their internal affairs.
Orbán: Hungary ‘Won’t Give Up Further Powers’
- 3 Jun 2017 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Concerning the government’s recent “national consultation” survey, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said that a document explaining its questions had been sent to “Brussels bureaucrats”. He added that “it may not be understood due to the difference in cultural backgrounds”.
Szijjártó: Paks Upgrade Hungary’s ‘Largest Ever’ Development Project
- 2 Jun 2017 8:50 AM
- business
The upgrade of the Paks nuclear plant is not solely an energy issue but also Hungary’s “largest ever development project”, the foreign minister said at a green forum in St Petersburg. Péter Szijjártó welcomed the project’s entering into “an active phase” after having received approval by Brussels. The next step for Hungary is to prepare the site for two new blocks, which will take a year and a ...
Greenpeace, Energiaklub Launch Legal Attack Against Paks II Environmental Permit
- 25 May 2017 10:00 AM
- current affairs
The environmental organisations Greenpeace Magyarország and Energiaklub said they have asked a court to withdraw the environmental protection permit awarded for the planned upgrade of the Paks nuclear power plant.
stART Festival, National Gallery, 20 May
- 18 May 2017 1:35 AM
- entertainment
On Saturday the Hungarian National Gallery, in cooperation with a group of enthusiastic and creative young people, will host a unique musical and artistic event specifically aimed at the youth audience - between the ages of 16 and 26.
Hungary Ready For Constructive Dialogue With COE
- 9 May 2017 6:40 AM
- current affairs
Hungary has demonstrated on several occasions that it is ready to enter into constructive dialogue with the Council of Europe and will continue to do so, Parliamentary Speaker László Kövér said in a letter addressed to the Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights, forwarded to MTI by the parliament’s press office.
Paks Upgrade Ineligible For Referendum
- 19 Jun 2017 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The upgrade of Hungary’s sole nuclear power plant in Paks is ineligible for a referendum as it is governed by an international accord, the head of the National Election Committee (NVB) told the Tuesday edition of daily Magyar Nemzet.
Russian Actions In Ukraine Unacceptable, Diplomats Tell Panel Discussion In Budapest
- 16 Jun 2017 8:10 AM
- current affairs
As Russia’s actions and methods employed against Ukraine are unacceptable, members of the international community should stay united in their response to the conflict, diplomats said at a panel discussion hosted by the National Public Service University in Budapest on Thursday.
Local Opinion: Soros & PM Exchange Mafia Accusations
- 13 Jun 2017 8:12 AM
- current affairs
As George Soros depicts the Orbán government as a ‘mafia state’, government politicians including the premier himself describe the NGOs supported by Mr Soros as ‘a mafia network.’ A pro-government columnist fears that anti-government protesters will soon turn violent.
Qatar Ambassador Rules Out Armed Conflict With Arab Neighbours
- 12 Jun 2017 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Qatar’s ambassador to Hungary ruled out the possibility that his country’s rift with its Arab neighbours could escalate into an armed conflict in an interview published in daily Magyar Nemzet. The diplomatic crisis began on Monday when several Arab countries cut diplomatic ties with Qatar, accusing it of supporting Islamist militants and meddling in their internal affairs.
Orbán: Hungary ‘Won’t Give Up Further Powers’
- 3 Jun 2017 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Concerning the government’s recent “national consultation” survey, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said that a document explaining its questions had been sent to “Brussels bureaucrats”. He added that “it may not be understood due to the difference in cultural backgrounds”.
Szijjártó: Paks Upgrade Hungary’s ‘Largest Ever’ Development Project
- 2 Jun 2017 8:50 AM
- business
The upgrade of the Paks nuclear plant is not solely an energy issue but also Hungary’s “largest ever development project”, the foreign minister said at a green forum in St Petersburg. Péter Szijjártó welcomed the project’s entering into “an active phase” after having received approval by Brussels. The next step for Hungary is to prepare the site for two new blocks, which will take a year and a ...
Greenpeace, Energiaklub Launch Legal Attack Against Paks II Environmental Permit
- 25 May 2017 10:00 AM
- current affairs
The environmental organisations Greenpeace Magyarország and Energiaklub said they have asked a court to withdraw the environmental protection permit awarded for the planned upgrade of the Paks nuclear power plant.
stART Festival, National Gallery, 20 May
- 18 May 2017 1:35 AM
- entertainment
On Saturday the Hungarian National Gallery, in cooperation with a group of enthusiastic and creative young people, will host a unique musical and artistic event specifically aimed at the youth audience - between the ages of 16 and 26.
Hungary Ready For Constructive Dialogue With COE
- 9 May 2017 6:40 AM
- current affairs
Hungary has demonstrated on several occasions that it is ready to enter into constructive dialogue with the Council of Europe and will continue to do so, Parliamentary Speaker László Kövér said in a letter addressed to the Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights, forwarded to MTI by the parliament’s press office.