News in Brief PM Orbán marks 75th anniversary of expulsion of ethnic Germans from Hungary Jan 20, 2021 Zoltán Kovács, State Secretary for International Communications and Relations, said on Facebook that the deportation of Swabians had caused Hungary an “irreparable loss”.
News in Brief PM Orbán congratulates Armin Laschet on his election as leader of CDU Jan 18, 2021 Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has congratulated Armin Laschet on his election as the leader of Germany’s Christian Democratic Union (CDU).
News in Brief Foreign Minister secures hundreds of jobs following Germany visit Dec 17, 2020 The government has signed new investment agreements with Rosenberger and Knaus Tabber. BMW will also use its plant in Debrecen to build electric vehicles.
News in Brief Head of PM’s Office criticizes German Foreign Minister for “wanting to inflict pain on Poland and Hungary" Oct 13, 2020 Gergely Gulyás said that we have similar experiences from the past century. It would be advisable to avoid this imperial tone.
News in Brief Justice Minister: German EU presidency’s new proposal on rule of law mechanisim is “unacceptable” Sep 30, 2020 “One cannot protect the rule of law by violating its most basic principles,” Minister Varga said on Facebook.
Blog The return of the good old anti-Semitism card? Aug 25, 2020 - Zoltán Kovács Since Prime Minister Orbán’s government took power in 2010, false anti-Semitism allegations directed at Hungary have become a recurring theme in the communication tactics of our left-liberal critics. While this ploy had become a bit neglected recently, as the claims had grown more and more laughable, it now seems that the anti-Semitism card is making a woeful comeback.
News in Brief Foreign minister on the EPP, Germany, migration and preserving Christian Europe Feb 13, 2020 The foreign minister said maintaining Schengen is critical for the EU’s competitiveness and the effective protection of external borders is necessary for this to work.
News in Brief Ungarn hat bedeutend zu der deutschen und europäischen Geschichte beigetragen Sep 23, 2019 Horst Seehofer, der Bundesminister des Inneren der Bundesrepublik Deutschland, hat Viktor Orbán, dem Ministerpräsidenten Ungarns, einen Brief aus Anlass der Feiern zum 30. Jubiläum der historischen Öffnung der Grenze für DDR-Bürger durch Ungarn geschrieben.
News in Brief FM: German companies have created over 300,000 jobs in Hungary Jun 13, 2019 The FM pointed out that the Hungarian and German economies are mutually dependent on one another, and that 30 percent of Hungary’s foreign investments come from Germany.
News in Brief BME signs cooperation agreement with Germany’s KIT to issue dual degrees to electrical engineering students Apr 12, 2019 László Palkovics, Minister of Innovation and Technology, said the new cooperation scheme would serve as an example for the future
News in Brief Prime Minister PM Orbán congratulates Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer on becoming leader of CDU Dec 11, 2018 In a letter to Kramp-Karrenbauer, PM Orbán said that she took over the party at a “crucial moment” for the CDU, for Germany and for the European Union
News in Brief The German government is now consistent in refusing illegal migration, says minister Aug 30, 2018 Minister Gulyás said it's now the German government’s position that countries of the Schengen area have to fulfill their obligations to protect the external borders
News in Brief Germany is the biggest investor in Hungary Aug 03, 2018 "Germany is Hungary’s most important external trading partner; its market share is 26.9 percent of the whole Hungarian foreign trade turnover," says Róbert Ésik
News in Brief Government spokesman says Hungary's relationship with Germany is on course for major improvement Jul 06, 2018 The spokesman pointed out that the flow of goods between Germany and the countries of the V4 is 50 percent higher than the level of trade between Germany and France.
News in Brief Prime Minister PM Orbán and German Chancellor Angela Merkel hold migrant crisis talks in Berlin Jul 05, 2018 PM Orbán will today outline the country’s position on migration and make it clear that Hungary will not conclude any bilateral agreement on migrants with Germany until an agreement is reached between Austria and Germany
News in Brief German Chancellor says that by protecting the EU’s external border, Hungary is also protecting Germany Jun 11, 2018 “By protecting the Hungarian-Serbian external EU border, Hungary is protecting Germany, too,” Chancellor Merkel said. "In order to preserve free movement within the community, a real European border police must be established"
News in Brief PM Orbán congratulates Angela Merkel on her re-election as Germany’s federal chancellor Mar 15, 2018 The prime minister said Hungarian-German cooperation had contributed to shaping Europe’s future in a positive way
Blog Prime Minister Guess who’s talking about “no-go zones” Feb 28, 2018 - Zoltán Kovács Remember that time back in the autumn of 2016 when the government of Hungary had the audacity to talk about “no-go zones”?
News in Brief Hungary encourages economic cooperation between V4 and Germany to restore Europe’s strength and competitiveness Jan 11, 2018 Péter Szijjártó, minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, said that as the current holder of the rotating presidency of the V4, Hungary is leading the drive to deepen ties between the V4 and Germany
Blog Prime Minister PM Orbán in Bild: We didn’t want migrants, you did - now accept the consequences Jan 11, 2018 - Zoltán Kovács “We didn’t want migrants, you did,” Prime Minister Orbán said in an interview published this week in the German daily Bild, adding that Germany and Angela Merkel’s infamous Wilkommenskultur were at the forefront of support for immigration. Prime Minister Orbán, however, has pushed for a different approach, insisting that the borders of Europe must be protected to preserve the freedoms achieved within the EU and that illegal immigration has a direct impact on security.
News in Brief Hungarian mathematician László Székelyhidi Jr. wins prestigious Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Prize Jan 10, 2018 László Székelyhidi Jr. is the third Hungarian to receive the prestigious award, and the first Hungarian mathematician. He will receive his award in Berlin on March 19th
News in Brief Prime Minister PM Orbán says Hungary is doing its part in the migrant crisis by protecting the EU’s Schengen border Jan 09, 2018 PM Orbán said he does not see those striving to enter the European Union as Muslim refugees but as economic migrants in search of a better life
News in Brief Prime Minister PM Orbán holds talks with Bavarian Minister-President Horst Seehofer Jan 08, 2018 "2018 will be the year for restoring the people’s will in Europe,” PM Orbán said
News in Brief Hungary-Germany relations remain strong despite smear campaign, says Fidesz group leader Nov 17, 2017 Germany is Hungary’s most important partner, and economic relations coupled with unique cultural and person-to-person ties are exceptionally strong
News in Brief Prime Minister PM Orbán marks 55th anniversary of the establishment of the Checkpoint Charlie Museum in Berlin Oct 13, 2017 In a poignant letter sent to the Hildebrand Foundation, the prime minister wrote that he hoped “the peoples of Europe, who share the same values, will never be separated from each other ever again"
News in Brief Hungary's Foreign Minister in response to Angela Merkel: PM Orbán ordered the Hungarian authorities to uphold Schengen rules in all circumstances Sep 05, 2017 Minister Szijjártó said it was an “honor” for Hungary that its efforts were mentioned during Germany's political debate and recognition that Germany was “finally aware of the efforts Hungary is making to fulfil its commitments to the bloc by protecting itself and Europe”
News in Brief Hungary and Baden-Württemberg are in full agreement over the protection of EU's borders Jul 13, 2017 Péter Szijjártó, minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, held political talks with the German states' leaders on Wednesday in Stuttgart
Blog An Egg Without a Shell, a Country Without Borders Jul 10, 2017 - Mária Schmidt European history is a history of invasions
Blog Europeans want less EU on migration, poll says Jun 27, 2017 - Zoltán Kovács “European publics are quite critical of the EU’s handling of refugee issues,” according to the Pew Research Center’s recent public opinion study. “And they want their national governments to be the ones making decisions about the migration of non-EU citizens into their countries”
News in Brief Foreign minister says Martin Schulz should focus on his own failing party rather than criticizing Hungary Jun 26, 2017 “Everything always reminds Schulz of the Hungarian prime minister, but he had better get to work on his own party after its three ignominious election defeats over the past few months,” Minister Szijjártó said
News in Brief Hungarian government strongly refutes Martin Schulz’s criticisms of Hungary’s stance on immigration Jun 15, 2017 Hungary is currently engaged in litigation in relation to the EU migrant quota decision, with Slovakia, Poland and others on side. The quota scheme is “unfair, unlawful and impracticable"
News in Brief Holocaust denier Horst Mahler sent back to Germany Jun 13, 2017 Mahler will be taken to his native country by plane from Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport today, Tuesday June 13, 2017
News in Brief V4 group's contribution to reunification of Germany recognized by monument in Berlin Jun 12, 2017 The plaque - by Hans Joachim Albrecht, titled “Crouching figure straightening” - was erected at the central Berlin Wall memorial near the longest remaining section of the Wall
News in Brief Holocaust denier Horst Mahler will be extradited to Germany Jun 07, 2017 The ruling to transport Mahler to Germany is now legally in force, the court said. According to international regulations, Hungary can keep Mahler in custody until June 16 and he will be released to Germany before that deadline
News in Brief Hungary welcomes German and Italian calls for EC to establish border protection mission in Libya May 18, 2017 “The Hungarian government fully agrees with the proposal, especially in view of the fact that 42,500 illegal immigrants have arrived in Italy as of mid-April, and many more are expected to set out for the continent with the arrival of good weather," Hungary's foreign minister said
News in Brief Holocaust denier Horst Mahler arrested in Hungary May 16, 2017 Hungarian police have confirmed that Mahler has been detained in Sopron and would most likely be returned to Germany
News in Brief Hungary maintains partnership with Russia May 04, 2017 The close cooperation between the two countries are certainly good for feeding political rumors. But on what gas would Hungarian industry run today, what fuel would Hungarian households use for heating if the gas purchase agreement had expired at the end of 2015, Hungary's foreign minister said
News in Brief Hungary expresses deep regret that 'Soros lies' have been able to deceive the German government Apr 06, 2017 Meanwhile, Deputy State Secretary Kristóf Altusz has summoned the temporary chargés d’affaires of the United States and Germany to discuss the act on higher education
News in Brief Syrian man wanted for murder arrested in Hungary Mar 24, 2017 Hungary's police headquarters said officers checked the 25-year-old man's data, and it was established he was wanted in Germany for homicide, and was detained by the Gyula police force
News in Brief 2017 is set to become Hungary's busiest year in foreign affairs Jan 30, 2017 The year ahead will be “very active” in foreign affairs and will not be comparable to previous years, Hungary's minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade said
News in Brief Nearly 33,000 Hungarians living abroad receive pensions and benefits from Hungary Jan 03, 2017 Most Hungarians get their pension sent over to Germany followed by Austria, Canada, the US, Sweden, Slovakia and Australia
News in Brief PM Orbán sends condolences to Germany following terrorist attack in Berlin Dec 20, 2016 "I can assure you that my government condemns every form of terror and violence, and stands ready to cooperate with Germany in order to guarantee the safety of Europe and its citizens," PM Orbán said
Blog Chancellor Merkel’s call for a ban on the burqa and why it mattered to this week’s EU Council meeting Dec 16, 2016 - Zoltán Kovács At the party congress of the German CDU earlier this month, Chancellor Angela Merkel surprised some with her call to ban the burqa.
News in Brief The EU should worry over the rule of law in Hungary, says German official Nov 08, 2016 Michael Roth, Germany's deputy foreign minister, said the EU must be concerned about the erosion of the rule of law in Hungary and should strengthen tools to safeguard liberal democracy
Blog ‘Protecting European Freedom’: PM Orbán’s interview with Passauer Neue Presse Oct 22, 2016 - Zoltán Kovács Hungary’s stance on immigration has been labeled one of the “destroyers of Europe”, however these sentiments couldn’t be further from the truth. Hungary’s border policy does in fact protect European freedom.
Speeches and Remarks Prime Minister Interview with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in the newspaper Passauer Neue Presse [full text in English] Oct 21, 2016 October 20, 2016
News in Brief Hungary passes 1956 Revolution declaration Oct 18, 2016 A statement has been signed by four of the five official parliamentary parties on the 60th anniversary of Hungary’s anti-Soviet 1956 Revolution
News in Brief PM Orbán: 'Those who came illegally must be shipped out' then apply for asylum Sep 22, 2016 The PM reiterated that the external borders of the EU must be strengthened to prevent a repeat of the 2015 flow of migrants
News in Brief Austria will take Hungary to court if they reject migrants Sep 07, 2016 The rules of the Dublin agreement were breeched last year by other EU countries, the Hungarian government says as it continues to protect the security of its nation for its citizens
News in Brief Germans escape migrant crisis by relocating to Hungary Aug 12, 2016 Hungary is becoming a safe haven for Europeans fleeing migrant hit nations in fear of terrorism, German media reports.
News in Brief Germany says Hungary is on the right path in migrant crisis May 27, 2016 Germany’s Minister of Finance has said that not everything Hungary does in the refugee crisis is incorrect
Blog Prime Minister PM Orbán: Differences between Hungary and Germany on migration are now over Apr 22, 2016 - Zoltán Kovács “When I visit southern Germany, I always find time to visit Mr. Chancellor [Kohl],” said Prime Minister Viktor Orbán about his latest meeting with former Chancellor Helmut Kohl, adding that they discussed the future of Europe and bilateral relations between Germany and Hungary. Today, in his regular biweekly radio interview, the prime minister had several interesting things to say about both. A few things that may surprise you.
News in Brief Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and Helmut Kohl: Europe cannot be a new home to millions of people in need around the world Apr 20, 2016 In a joint statement released after visiting the former German chancellor at his home in Germany on Tuesday, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and former Chancellor Helmut Kohl stated that Europe cannot be a new home to the millions of people in need around the world.
Blog Prime Minister PM Orbán and Chancellor Kohl, the ‘face of German-Hungarian friendship’ Apr 20, 2016 - Zoltán Kovács Accepting former German Chancellor Helmut Kohl’s invitation, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, visited the former chancellor yesterday at his home in Oggersheim, Germany.
News in Brief Prime Minister It's not about institutions but about credible leaders Apr 19, 2016 In Stuttgart on Tuesday Prime Minister Viktor Orbán met former Minister President of Baden-Württemberg Erwin Teufel. In their meeting they discussed the future of European Christian democracy and crisis situations in the European Union.