312 result(s) for migration issues
'We’re Paying War Surcharges in Shops', Claims Orbán
- 5 May 2024 5:29 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
“We’re paying higher prices in shops … because of the war in Ukraine,” Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said in an interview to public radio on Friday, adding that the war was also dampening Hungary’s economic growth.
Freedom Of Speech “In Bad Shape” in Western Europe, Claims Orbán
- 22 Apr 2024 11:45 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, in a radio interview on Friday, said freedom of speech was “in bad shape” in Western Europe. “In liberal societies, the institutions shaping public opinion – the media, universities, research institutions, foundations and politicians – have become homogenous, and say more or less the same thing.”
Orbán Congratulates Putin on Re-Election - What Did His Letter Contain?
- 22 Mar 2024 7:03 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
Following the publication of the official results of the Russian presidential election, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán sent a letter to President Vladimir Putin to congratulate him on his recent re-election, the prime minister’s press chief said.
New Bridge Between Hungary-Slovakia Now Officially Open
- 12 Mar 2024 6:37 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó inaugurated a bridge spanning the River Ipoly between Drégelypalánk, in northern Hungary, and Slovakia’s Ipeľské Predmostie (Ipolyhídvég) in a formal ceremony.
Victims Of Communism in Hungary Commemorated at House of Terror Museum in Budapest
- 26 Feb 2024 6:30 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
Officials commemorated the memorial day for the victims of communism on Sunday. Speaking at a ceremony at the House of Terror Museum in Budapest, interior ministry state secretary Bence Rétvári said violence was a fundamental aspect of communism, and “the left always looks the other way when it comes to violence”.
Protest Highlights Plight of 7,000 Children in Hungary Living in Children’s Homes - "Most Will Never Be Taken in By A Family"
- 19 Feb 2024 12:32 PM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
Civil groups organised a demonstration in support of victims of child abuse and for “a healthy society” at Heroes’ Square in downtown Budapest on Friday evening.
State of the Nation Speech: Orbán Praises Disgraced President, Says 2024 Will Be "A Year Of Success", Opposition Reacts
- 19 Feb 2024 7:01 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
The prime minister in his state of the nation address said that President Katalin Novák’s resignation was “a great loss for Hungary” and thanked both Novák and former Justice Minister Judit Varga for their work.
Sziget Festival Budapest Honored With 'Take A Stand' Award at European Festival Awards
- 6 Feb 2024 5:18 PM
- entertainment
Sziget Festival was once again recognized at the prestigious European Festival Awards. In the 'Take a Stand' category, acknowledging commitment to social issues, a panel of European experts awarded Sziget for its exemplary efforts. The ceremony unfolded on January 17 in Groningen, the Netherlands.
Could Hungary Be Stripped Of EU Presidency?
- 19 Jan 2024 9:41 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
“It is inconceivable” that Hungary could be deprived of its EU presidency in the second half of the year, Gergely Gulyás told a government press briefing. But, he added, Hungary would be “doing the European Union a favour” by providing “a uniform government, with leadership skills and experience…”
'We’re Paying War Surcharges in Shops', Claims Orbán
- 5 May 2024 5:29 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
“We’re paying higher prices in shops … because of the war in Ukraine,” Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said in an interview to public radio on Friday, adding that the war was also dampening Hungary’s economic growth.
Freedom Of Speech “In Bad Shape” in Western Europe, Claims Orbán
- 22 Apr 2024 11:45 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, in a radio interview on Friday, said freedom of speech was “in bad shape” in Western Europe. “In liberal societies, the institutions shaping public opinion – the media, universities, research institutions, foundations and politicians – have become homogenous, and say more or less the same thing.”
Orbán Congratulates Putin on Re-Election - What Did His Letter Contain?
- 22 Mar 2024 7:03 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
Following the publication of the official results of the Russian presidential election, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán sent a letter to President Vladimir Putin to congratulate him on his recent re-election, the prime minister’s press chief said.
New Bridge Between Hungary-Slovakia Now Officially Open
- 12 Mar 2024 6:37 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó inaugurated a bridge spanning the River Ipoly between Drégelypalánk, in northern Hungary, and Slovakia’s Ipeľské Predmostie (Ipolyhídvég) in a formal ceremony.
Victims Of Communism in Hungary Commemorated at House of Terror Museum in Budapest
- 26 Feb 2024 6:30 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
Officials commemorated the memorial day for the victims of communism on Sunday. Speaking at a ceremony at the House of Terror Museum in Budapest, interior ministry state secretary Bence Rétvári said violence was a fundamental aspect of communism, and “the left always looks the other way when it comes to violence”.
Protest Highlights Plight of 7,000 Children in Hungary Living in Children’s Homes - "Most Will Never Be Taken in By A Family"
- 19 Feb 2024 12:32 PM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
Civil groups organised a demonstration in support of victims of child abuse and for “a healthy society” at Heroes’ Square in downtown Budapest on Friday evening.
State of the Nation Speech: Orbán Praises Disgraced President, Says 2024 Will Be "A Year Of Success", Opposition Reacts
- 19 Feb 2024 7:01 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
The prime minister in his state of the nation address said that President Katalin Novák’s resignation was “a great loss for Hungary” and thanked both Novák and former Justice Minister Judit Varga for their work.
Sziget Festival Budapest Honored With 'Take A Stand' Award at European Festival Awards
- 6 Feb 2024 5:18 PM
- entertainment
Sziget Festival was once again recognized at the prestigious European Festival Awards. In the 'Take a Stand' category, acknowledging commitment to social issues, a panel of European experts awarded Sziget for its exemplary efforts. The ceremony unfolded on January 17 in Groningen, the Netherlands.
Could Hungary Be Stripped Of EU Presidency?
- 19 Jan 2024 9:41 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- current affairs
“It is inconceivable” that Hungary could be deprived of its EU presidency in the second half of the year, Gergely Gulyás told a government press briefing. But, he added, Hungary would be “doing the European Union a favour” by providing “a uniform government, with leadership skills and experience…”