839 result(s) for independence
‘State Of The Nation’ Speech By Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán
- 9 Feb 2012 8:03 AM
- current affairs
"On 7 February 2012 Viktor Orbán gave his traditional ‘state of the nation’ speech, focusing on the past year. This was the fourteenth such occasion. At the beginning of his speech Mr. Orbán thanked all those who have stood by the country in spite of the criticism directed at it and its government. This was a reference to the four hundred thousand people who took part in the ‘Peace March for ...
Le Monde Interview With Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán
- 7 Feb 2012 8:05 AM
- current affairs
"An interview with Viktor Orbán appeared in the French newspaper Le Monde on Saturday. The Prime Minister stressed that ideologies are no longer important: it is values that matter, and values have not changed since 1989.
Hungarian Election Commission Rejects Referendum Initiatives Of Democratic Coalition
- 1 Feb 2012 8:00 AM
- current affairs
"The National Election Commission (OVB) unanimously rejected three referendum initiatives submitted by Democratic Coalition vice president Tamás Bauer because the party that he represents is not yet registered by a court.
IMF Report About Hungary Bristles With Warnings
- 31 Jan 2012 8:00 AM
- current affairs
"Hungary's economy may see slight growth at best this year, as the country remains highly vulnerable due to the high state debt and its exposure to the euro zone crisis, the IMF writes in its latest report on Hungary, released last week. The IMF advises the government in its report to make economic policy predictable to regain the confidence of investors and to continue with structural reforms.
Hungarian PM Orban Offers Assurances In WSJ Interview
- 31 Jan 2012 8:00 AM
- current affairs
"Prime Minister Viktor Orban exuded optimism about the possibility of reaching a quick agreement with the IMF on a loan in an interview with the Wall Street Journal. “We have clarified all issues. There are at the same time some differences of opinion, but I am very optimistic. I think we are very near to our goals,” Orban said regarding his Tuesday talks with European Commission President Jose ...
Hungarian Government’s Reaction To EC’s Procedures Against Hungary
- 20 Jan 2012 8:00 AM
- current affairs
"On 17 January 2012, the European Commission decided to launch three infringement procedures against Hungary. The Hungarian government takes note of the Commission's decision to examine the compliance of certain Hungarian laws with the acquis communautaire following the procedures laid down in the Treaty.
Hungarian PM Orbán To Skip Pro-Government Rally On Saturday
- 20 Jan 2012 8:00 AM
- current affairs
"Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has turned down a request to speak at the pro-government rally planned for Saturday afternoon. Organisers of the Peace March for Hungary are urging everyone to whom the country’s independence and advancement matter to come out in support of the government and against outside interference.
Merkel: Hungary Must Adjust To EU Principles
- 19 Jan 2012 11:50 AM
- current affairs
"Hungary must adjust to basic EU principles, German Chancellor Angela Merkel declared in a Sunday radio interview in her first public comments in connection with the controversy over Hungarian laws.
Complete Announcement Of EC Proceedings Against Hungary
- 19 Jan 2012 11:35 AM
- current affairs
"The European Commission has today (17 Jan. 2012) started legal action against Hungary over new legislation that came into force at the beginning of the year under Hungary's new constitution. For the Commission, the Hungarian legislation conflicts with EU law by putting into question the independence of the country's central bank and data protection authorities and by the measures affecting its ...
‘State Of The Nation’ Speech By Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán
- 9 Feb 2012 8:03 AM
- current affairs
"On 7 February 2012 Viktor Orbán gave his traditional ‘state of the nation’ speech, focusing on the past year. This was the fourteenth such occasion. At the beginning of his speech Mr. Orbán thanked all those who have stood by the country in spite of the criticism directed at it and its government. This was a reference to the four hundred thousand people who took part in the ‘Peace March for ...
Le Monde Interview With Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán
- 7 Feb 2012 8:05 AM
- current affairs
"An interview with Viktor Orbán appeared in the French newspaper Le Monde on Saturday. The Prime Minister stressed that ideologies are no longer important: it is values that matter, and values have not changed since 1989.
Hungarian Election Commission Rejects Referendum Initiatives Of Democratic Coalition
- 1 Feb 2012 8:00 AM
- current affairs
"The National Election Commission (OVB) unanimously rejected three referendum initiatives submitted by Democratic Coalition vice president Tamás Bauer because the party that he represents is not yet registered by a court.
IMF Report About Hungary Bristles With Warnings
- 31 Jan 2012 8:00 AM
- current affairs
"Hungary's economy may see slight growth at best this year, as the country remains highly vulnerable due to the high state debt and its exposure to the euro zone crisis, the IMF writes in its latest report on Hungary, released last week. The IMF advises the government in its report to make economic policy predictable to regain the confidence of investors and to continue with structural reforms.
Hungarian PM Orban Offers Assurances In WSJ Interview
- 31 Jan 2012 8:00 AM
- current affairs
"Prime Minister Viktor Orban exuded optimism about the possibility of reaching a quick agreement with the IMF on a loan in an interview with the Wall Street Journal. “We have clarified all issues. There are at the same time some differences of opinion, but I am very optimistic. I think we are very near to our goals,” Orban said regarding his Tuesday talks with European Commission President Jose ...
Hungarian Government’s Reaction To EC’s Procedures Against Hungary
- 20 Jan 2012 8:00 AM
- current affairs
"On 17 January 2012, the European Commission decided to launch three infringement procedures against Hungary. The Hungarian government takes note of the Commission's decision to examine the compliance of certain Hungarian laws with the acquis communautaire following the procedures laid down in the Treaty.
Hungarian PM Orbán To Skip Pro-Government Rally On Saturday
- 20 Jan 2012 8:00 AM
- current affairs
"Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has turned down a request to speak at the pro-government rally planned for Saturday afternoon. Organisers of the Peace March for Hungary are urging everyone to whom the country’s independence and advancement matter to come out in support of the government and against outside interference.
Merkel: Hungary Must Adjust To EU Principles
- 19 Jan 2012 11:50 AM
- current affairs
"Hungary must adjust to basic EU principles, German Chancellor Angela Merkel declared in a Sunday radio interview in her first public comments in connection with the controversy over Hungarian laws.
Complete Announcement Of EC Proceedings Against Hungary
- 19 Jan 2012 11:35 AM
- current affairs
"The European Commission has today (17 Jan. 2012) started legal action against Hungary over new legislation that came into force at the beginning of the year under Hungary's new constitution. For the Commission, the Hungarian legislation conflicts with EU law by putting into question the independence of the country's central bank and data protection authorities and by the measures affecting its ...