1,169 result(s) for political issue
Local Opinion: George Soros Still On Political Centre Stage
- 9 May 2017 7:07 AM
- current affairs
As the dispute over George Soros and his network rolls on and grows ever more bitter, pro-government weeklies and dailies call for harsh measures to curb the alleged influence of the Hungarian-born philanthropist and his foundations. A left-wing journalist accuses the government of absurd falsifications and fear-mongering.
Áder Sworn In For Second Term As Hungary’s President
- 9 May 2017 7:05 AM
- current affairs
President János Áder was sworn into office Monday, marking the start of his second consecutive term as President of Hungary. A small group of opposition protesters, led by Együtt politician Péter Juhász, held a demonstration outside parliament as Áder took the oath.
Gyurcsány: New Constitution Needed To Replace Illegitimate Basic Law
- 2 May 2017 10:00 AM
- current affairs
A new constitution confirmed by a referendum, fewer laws requiring two-thirds majority support and increased protection of constitutional rights are needed in Hungary, Ferenc Gyurcsány, head of the opposition Democratic Coalition said on Friday.
Momentum Movement Organises Pro-Europe Demonstration In Budapest
- 2 May 2017 1:00 AM
- current affairs
A demonstration with the slogan “We belong to Europe”, organised by the Momentum Movement, was held in the capital on Monday evening, on the 13th anniversary of Hungary’s EU accession. Momentum Movement leader András Fekete-Győr told the crowd assembled in Heroes’ Square that his party would run in the 2018 general election.
Local Opinion: Dispute Over ‘Open Society’ – And Its Critics
- 24 Apr 2017 7:00 AM
- current affairs
As Parliament begins to debate a bill on NGOs which receive foreign funding, pundits across the political spectrum discuss the idea of an ‘open society’, an ideal frequently evoked by George Soros, and assess the status and political role of NGOs in Hungary.
Data Protection Authority: NGO Transparency Bill Should Be Broadened
- 20 Apr 2017 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Legislation on the transparency of NGOs should be broadened to include political parties benefiting from foreign funding, organisations receiving business donations and bodies which obtain government financial support, Hungary’s National Authority for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (NAIH) said.
Austria Must Accept Hungary’s Right To Decide On Energy Supply, Says Offical
- 19 Apr 2017 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Austria must accept Hungary’s right to decide for itself how to supply its energy needs, the government commissioner for the upgrade of Hungary’s nuclear plant in Paks said in an interview published in the Tuesday issue of Austrian daily Der Standard.
Timmermans: EC To Scrutinise Hungary Higher Education Law
- 13 Apr 2017 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The European Commission (EC) is to examine whether the amendment to the Hungarian higher education law, which he said threatened the Central European University founded by US financier George Soros with closure, complies with the fundamental values of the European Union, first Vice-President of the EC, Frans Timmermans, said.
Hungary’s Parliament Parties Discuss NGO Transparency Bill
- 6 Apr 2017 9:06 AM
- current affairs
Hungary’s five parliamentary parties met on Wednesday to discuss a bill drafted by ruling Fidesz that would require civil groups receiving foreign donations above a certain threshold to register as organisations funded from abroad.
Local Opinion: George Soros Still On Political Centre Stage
- 9 May 2017 7:07 AM
- current affairs
As the dispute over George Soros and his network rolls on and grows ever more bitter, pro-government weeklies and dailies call for harsh measures to curb the alleged influence of the Hungarian-born philanthropist and his foundations. A left-wing journalist accuses the government of absurd falsifications and fear-mongering.
Áder Sworn In For Second Term As Hungary’s President
- 9 May 2017 7:05 AM
- current affairs
President János Áder was sworn into office Monday, marking the start of his second consecutive term as President of Hungary. A small group of opposition protesters, led by Együtt politician Péter Juhász, held a demonstration outside parliament as Áder took the oath.
Gyurcsány: New Constitution Needed To Replace Illegitimate Basic Law
- 2 May 2017 10:00 AM
- current affairs
A new constitution confirmed by a referendum, fewer laws requiring two-thirds majority support and increased protection of constitutional rights are needed in Hungary, Ferenc Gyurcsány, head of the opposition Democratic Coalition said on Friday.
Momentum Movement Organises Pro-Europe Demonstration In Budapest
- 2 May 2017 1:00 AM
- current affairs
A demonstration with the slogan “We belong to Europe”, organised by the Momentum Movement, was held in the capital on Monday evening, on the 13th anniversary of Hungary’s EU accession. Momentum Movement leader András Fekete-Győr told the crowd assembled in Heroes’ Square that his party would run in the 2018 general election.
Local Opinion: Dispute Over ‘Open Society’ – And Its Critics
- 24 Apr 2017 7:00 AM
- current affairs
As Parliament begins to debate a bill on NGOs which receive foreign funding, pundits across the political spectrum discuss the idea of an ‘open society’, an ideal frequently evoked by George Soros, and assess the status and political role of NGOs in Hungary.
Data Protection Authority: NGO Transparency Bill Should Be Broadened
- 20 Apr 2017 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Legislation on the transparency of NGOs should be broadened to include political parties benefiting from foreign funding, organisations receiving business donations and bodies which obtain government financial support, Hungary’s National Authority for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (NAIH) said.
Austria Must Accept Hungary’s Right To Decide On Energy Supply, Says Offical
- 19 Apr 2017 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Austria must accept Hungary’s right to decide for itself how to supply its energy needs, the government commissioner for the upgrade of Hungary’s nuclear plant in Paks said in an interview published in the Tuesday issue of Austrian daily Der Standard.
Timmermans: EC To Scrutinise Hungary Higher Education Law
- 13 Apr 2017 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The European Commission (EC) is to examine whether the amendment to the Hungarian higher education law, which he said threatened the Central European University founded by US financier George Soros with closure, complies with the fundamental values of the European Union, first Vice-President of the EC, Frans Timmermans, said.
Hungary’s Parliament Parties Discuss NGO Transparency Bill
- 6 Apr 2017 9:06 AM
- current affairs
Hungary’s five parliamentary parties met on Wednesday to discuss a bill drafted by ruling Fidesz that would require civil groups receiving foreign donations above a certain threshold to register as organisations funded from abroad.