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Xpat Opinion: Hungary's PM Orbán On Curbing Immigration
- 14 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Left-wing commentators join opposition politicians in condemning the Prime Minister for his comments that Hungary will not become a target destination for ‘economic migrants’. A right-wing blogger reminds them – and the US Chargé d’Affaires – of the Mexico-US border fence erected against illegal immigration.
Xpat Opinion: Hungary's Opposition Dilemmas Ahead Of Putin’s Visit
- 13 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
A left-wing analyst calls opposition plans to protest against the planned visit of the Russian president absurd. He argues that parties of the Left may legitimately demand to be informed and involved, but opposing negotiations would not be worthy of parties who want one day to govern.
Xpat Opinion: Hungarian Commentators About Charlie Hebdo Attack
- 12 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Commentators across the political spectrum try to assess the long-term consequences of the Charlie Hebdo massacre. Among other issues, they dispute whether free speech can or should ever be constrained in order to protect religious sensibilities and avert fundamentalist violence.
Xpat Opinion: President Putin To Visit Hungary
- 10 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The leading left-wing daily fears that Vladimir Putin’s March visit, announced this week, is another indication of the Hungarian government’s Eastern orientation. A conservative analyst points out that Hungary needs to maintain good relations with both Germany and Russia. Another left-wing commentator suspects that PM Orbán may want to revise the 1994 Budapest Memorandum on Ukraine.
Xpat Opinion: The Charlie Hebdo Terrorist Attack In Hungarian Media
- 9 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Left-wing journalists contend that the Charlie Hebdo murders should be interpreted as an act against free speech. A conservative columnist suggests that journalists should show more caution and abstain from provoking radicals through publishing tasteless content that can be interpreted as blasphemy.
Xpat Opinion: Best Bars & Clubs In Budapest
- 8 Jan 2015 10:55 AM
- entertainment
Budapest has a increasingly legendary nightlife scene. Keep in mind I do not use the word legendary lightly. This nightlife enthusiast has ransacked most of the globe in search of the best fiesta spots. The clubs/bars listed below are ones every expat and traveler alike should experience during their stay in this charming; yep sexy city.
Xpat Opinion: Euro And Forint Weaken
- 7 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- business
As the Euro weakens against the US Dollar and the Forint nears its historical low against the Euro, a left-wing analysts calls on the government to change policy course. A conservative columnist blames the weakening of both currencies on external geopolitical and economic factors.
Opposition Attacks Government Over Putin’s Planned Visit To Hungary
- 7 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Reacting to a report that the Russian president is planning to visit Hungary this spring, the EGYÜTT (Together) party said the government should consult with the parliamentary parties concerning its possible agenda. Citing several sources, left wing daily Népszava said on Tuesday that Vladimir Putin is planning to visit Budapest in March.
Xpat Opinion: Opening Anti-Government Demonstration Of The New Year
- 5 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Left-wing bloggers wonder if the demonstrations continuing into the New Year carry messages meaningful enough to eventually produce a new political majority, while conservative commentators suggest that the organisers have yet to offer constructive proposals for Hungary, beyond the desire to rid the country of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
Xpat Opinion: Hungary's PM Orbán On Curbing Immigration
- 14 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Left-wing commentators join opposition politicians in condemning the Prime Minister for his comments that Hungary will not become a target destination for ‘economic migrants’. A right-wing blogger reminds them – and the US Chargé d’Affaires – of the Mexico-US border fence erected against illegal immigration.
Xpat Opinion: Hungary's Opposition Dilemmas Ahead Of Putin’s Visit
- 13 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
A left-wing analyst calls opposition plans to protest against the planned visit of the Russian president absurd. He argues that parties of the Left may legitimately demand to be informed and involved, but opposing negotiations would not be worthy of parties who want one day to govern.
Xpat Opinion: Hungarian Commentators About Charlie Hebdo Attack
- 12 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Commentators across the political spectrum try to assess the long-term consequences of the Charlie Hebdo massacre. Among other issues, they dispute whether free speech can or should ever be constrained in order to protect religious sensibilities and avert fundamentalist violence.
Xpat Opinion: President Putin To Visit Hungary
- 10 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The leading left-wing daily fears that Vladimir Putin’s March visit, announced this week, is another indication of the Hungarian government’s Eastern orientation. A conservative analyst points out that Hungary needs to maintain good relations with both Germany and Russia. Another left-wing commentator suspects that PM Orbán may want to revise the 1994 Budapest Memorandum on Ukraine.
Xpat Opinion: The Charlie Hebdo Terrorist Attack In Hungarian Media
- 9 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Left-wing journalists contend that the Charlie Hebdo murders should be interpreted as an act against free speech. A conservative columnist suggests that journalists should show more caution and abstain from provoking radicals through publishing tasteless content that can be interpreted as blasphemy.
Xpat Opinion: Best Bars & Clubs In Budapest
- 8 Jan 2015 10:55 AM
- entertainment
Budapest has a increasingly legendary nightlife scene. Keep in mind I do not use the word legendary lightly. This nightlife enthusiast has ransacked most of the globe in search of the best fiesta spots. The clubs/bars listed below are ones every expat and traveler alike should experience during their stay in this charming; yep sexy city.
Xpat Opinion: Euro And Forint Weaken
- 7 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- business
As the Euro weakens against the US Dollar and the Forint nears its historical low against the Euro, a left-wing analysts calls on the government to change policy course. A conservative columnist blames the weakening of both currencies on external geopolitical and economic factors.
Opposition Attacks Government Over Putin’s Planned Visit To Hungary
- 7 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Reacting to a report that the Russian president is planning to visit Hungary this spring, the EGYÜTT (Together) party said the government should consult with the parliamentary parties concerning its possible agenda. Citing several sources, left wing daily Népszava said on Tuesday that Vladimir Putin is planning to visit Budapest in March.
Xpat Opinion: Opening Anti-Government Demonstration Of The New Year
- 5 Jan 2015 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Left-wing bloggers wonder if the demonstrations continuing into the New Year carry messages meaningful enough to eventually produce a new political majority, while conservative commentators suggest that the organisers have yet to offer constructive proposals for Hungary, beyond the desire to rid the country of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.















