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Bóka does not 'pin great hopes on EC's activities in upcoming cycle'
János Bóka visited the European Commission on the second working day of the new administration in order to learn about the body's opinion on the current challenges.
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Bóka: EC appears to continue a policy of no change
Minister Bóka said Hungary with its EU presidency had set the goal "to be the voice of change in the EU and keep the hope for change alive".
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Fidesz MEP urges EC to review punitive tariffs on imports of EVs from China
Hungary's task, as it holds the rotating presidency of the Council of the EU, is to outline the benefits to competitiveness of adopting a policy of economic neutrality, "free of...
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Here’s why Hungary bashing because of “letting Russian spies in” must end here and now
The charge of Hungary hosting Russian spies resembles the plot of several Hollywood box office hits. And once we take a look at the facts, it remains just that: pure...
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Bóka: EU's cohesion policy is under a “comprehensive attack of elemental strength”
Minister Bóka said the EC is proposing unified payment packages which member states could, in theory, use more freely, but will only be accessible if there is a reform program approved.
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EU to support sustainable energy initiatives in Hungary
Hungary will receive 76.8 million euros for the upgrade and development of sustainable district heating.
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Bóka: EU uses Article 7 procedure “as a political tool”
EU affairs ministers were in agreement at their Tuesday meeting that June's summit agenda must include discussions about Ukraine’s security situation.
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Von der Leyen: People of Hungary have made Europe stronger
“Twenty years ago today, our family was finally united in a common home. Hungary has always been at the heart of Europe,” Ursula von der Leyen said.
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House Speaker: Europe lags behind its peers in world economic competitiveness
Speaker of the House László Kövér said “most Europeans are worse off than five years ago.”
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EC's GDP growth forecast for Hungary this year remains unchanged at 2.4%
The EC said Hungary’s economy is set to recover gradually in 2024-2025, supported by decreasing inflation and interest rates over the forecast horizon.
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EC to launch infringement procedure over Hungary's Sovereignty Protection Act
Hungary has two months to reply to the letter of formal notice. Should it not address the issues listed in the letter, the EC may step up the procedure by sending a reasoned opinion.
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EC appoints Gábor Zupkó as head of representation in Hungary
Gábor Zupkó has extensive diplomatic and management experience gained from senior positions at the Commission and in Hungarian diplomacy over the past 25 years.
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EC growth forecast shows Hungary could be among EU countries with highest economic growth in 2024
Finance Minister Mihály Varga said the projected 2.4% growth for Hungary is well above the EU average of 1.3%.