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LMP Welcomes Parlt Approval Of Resolution On Free Trade Agreements
- 14 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Outgoing group leader of the green opposition LMP András Schiffer welcomed parliament’s approval of a resolution under which Hungary will not support the coming into effect of free trade agreements, even on a temporary basis, without the approval of national parliaments.
Matolcsy Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Socialist MP
- 8 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Central Bank governor György Matolcsy filed a civil lawsuit against opposition Socialist MP György Bárándy for impugning his integrity. Matolcsy is demanding 1 million forints compensation, citing his right to protect his personal reputation. At a plenary session in parliament, Bárándy accused Matolcsy of stealing. This accusation goes beyond the bounds of freedom of expression, the bank said.
Constitution Amended To Create ‘State Of Terror Emergency’
- 8 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The government can suspend civil rights and property rights and assume other powers if two-thirds of Parliament agrees that a “state of terror emergency” exists, under a Constitutional amendment passed today. The amendment allows the government to mobilize the army and public administration for up to 15 days, even without parliamentary approval.
Hungarian Gov’t Opens Referendum Website
- 6 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- tech
The government has set up a website in support of its referendum against EU quotas for accepting refugees. The website presents a view of what the mandatory resettlement of refugees would mean for Hungary and the EU.
Xpat Opinion: U.S. Undersecretary Sarah Sewall In Hungary
- 3 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Sarah Sewall, U.S. undersecretary for civilian security, democracy, and human rights, paid a visit to Hungary at the end of May. As one of the Hungarian papers noted, she was the highest-ranking U.S. diplomat to visit Hungary since the summer of 2011, when Secretary of State Hillary Clinton made a quick trip to Hungary.
Etyeki Piknik, 4 - 5 June
- 2 Jun 2016 12:55 PM
- food & drink
Picnic Wine Campus, exquisite local and guest winemakers, treasures of local gardens, home-made food, cultural and children’s programs, artisan fair:
Govt To Submit Bill Converting 'Pay Vouchers' To Cash
- 2 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Hungary’s government will submit a bill to lawmakers on Thursday that would convert part of the national voucher system into cash, Economy Minister Mihály Varga told daily Magyar Idők, confirming an earlier statement by the head of the Prime Minister’s Office.
Hungarian Govt Has ‘No Intention’ Of Banning Uber
- 1 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- getting around
The Hungarian government is not looking to ban ride-hailing service Uber but simply wants to ensure that it competes fairly with taxi companies, a development ministry official said. The government does not oppose modern transport solutions, János Fónagy said after a meeting with representatives of Uber, the tax and transport authorities and the interior ministry.
Xpat Review: A Café Conducive To Thought
- 26 May 2016 6:56 AM
- food & drink
By Mary Murphy: The first thing that strikes you about Café Toucan is the space. It is light, airy, and relaxing, so conducive to thought and chat. You might think that the last thing this city needs is another coffee shop, especially near one near Corvin Negyed, a part of the city which must have close to a dozen such establishments with more opening every day. But Café Toucan is a little ...
LMP Welcomes Parlt Approval Of Resolution On Free Trade Agreements
- 14 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Outgoing group leader of the green opposition LMP András Schiffer welcomed parliament’s approval of a resolution under which Hungary will not support the coming into effect of free trade agreements, even on a temporary basis, without the approval of national parliaments.
Matolcsy Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Socialist MP
- 8 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Central Bank governor György Matolcsy filed a civil lawsuit against opposition Socialist MP György Bárándy for impugning his integrity. Matolcsy is demanding 1 million forints compensation, citing his right to protect his personal reputation. At a plenary session in parliament, Bárándy accused Matolcsy of stealing. This accusation goes beyond the bounds of freedom of expression, the bank said.
Constitution Amended To Create ‘State Of Terror Emergency’
- 8 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The government can suspend civil rights and property rights and assume other powers if two-thirds of Parliament agrees that a “state of terror emergency” exists, under a Constitutional amendment passed today. The amendment allows the government to mobilize the army and public administration for up to 15 days, even without parliamentary approval.
Hungarian Gov’t Opens Referendum Website
- 6 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- tech
The government has set up a website in support of its referendum against EU quotas for accepting refugees. The website presents a view of what the mandatory resettlement of refugees would mean for Hungary and the EU.
Xpat Opinion: U.S. Undersecretary Sarah Sewall In Hungary
- 3 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Sarah Sewall, U.S. undersecretary for civilian security, democracy, and human rights, paid a visit to Hungary at the end of May. As one of the Hungarian papers noted, she was the highest-ranking U.S. diplomat to visit Hungary since the summer of 2011, when Secretary of State Hillary Clinton made a quick trip to Hungary.
Etyeki Piknik, 4 - 5 June
- 2 Jun 2016 12:55 PM
- food & drink
Picnic Wine Campus, exquisite local and guest winemakers, treasures of local gardens, home-made food, cultural and children’s programs, artisan fair:
Govt To Submit Bill Converting 'Pay Vouchers' To Cash
- 2 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Hungary’s government will submit a bill to lawmakers on Thursday that would convert part of the national voucher system into cash, Economy Minister Mihály Varga told daily Magyar Idők, confirming an earlier statement by the head of the Prime Minister’s Office.
Hungarian Govt Has ‘No Intention’ Of Banning Uber
- 1 Jun 2016 9:00 AM
- getting around
The Hungarian government is not looking to ban ride-hailing service Uber but simply wants to ensure that it competes fairly with taxi companies, a development ministry official said. The government does not oppose modern transport solutions, János Fónagy said after a meeting with representatives of Uber, the tax and transport authorities and the interior ministry.
Xpat Review: A Café Conducive To Thought
- 26 May 2016 6:56 AM
- food & drink
By Mary Murphy: The first thing that strikes you about Café Toucan is the space. It is light, airy, and relaxing, so conducive to thought and chat. You might think that the last thing this city needs is another coffee shop, especially near one near Corvin Negyed, a part of the city which must have close to a dozen such establishments with more opening every day. But Café Toucan is a little ...