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FM: ICC has been degraded into a political tool and has lost its prestige
"Hungary does not wish to be part of the ICC's politically motivated actions in future," the foreign minister said.
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FM: Hungary has a vested interest in India and Pakistan making peace
"Hungary is concerned about the global spread of terrorism, so we support every initiative and effort that aims to curb it," Minister Szijjártó said.
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FM: Hungary and Slovakia expanding number of border crossing points
Minister Szijjártó said Hungary and Slovakia both have a vested interest in ensuring that Europe’s longest border connects rather than divides the two countries.
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FM: Hungary and Jordan agree to further strengthen bilateral economic cooperation
The foreign minister welcomed that the two countries have doubled the turnover of bilateral trade since 2010.
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FM: No reports of Hungarian citizens injured in Istanbul earthquake
The foreign minister said Hungarians who encounter trouble are advised to contact the 24-hour consular service.
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FM: Patriots in Hungary and Austria call for action against Brussels
Minister Szijjártó slammed the European Parliament for "totally ignoring the democratic will of the people" through "making it impossible for the third largest party group to take positions".
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FM: European Commission has announced new pro-Ukraine war initiatives
Minister Szijjártó told a press conference that the plan is to increase the value of arms shipped to Ukraine to 40 billion euros this year.
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FM: Hungary and Egypt are fighting for peace in Europe and to stop illegal migration
Minister Szijjártó called on Brussels to stop obstructing the peace negotiations and supporting migration, and to appreciate Egypt's role in maintaining European security.
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FM on tariffs: Once again, we were right
"Yesterday, Hungary was the only EU member state that didn't support Brussels' counter-tariffs against the US. Last night, President Trump suspended tariffs for 90 days for those who didn't retaliate," Minister Szijjártó said.
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FM: EU's policy regarding Western Balkans is absurd, irresponsible and dangerous
"It is clear to everyone that the peace and stability of the Western Balkans is key to that of Europe," Minister Szijjártó said.
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FM: Government will vote against EU's retaliatory tariffs on American goods
Minister Szijjártó said the retaliatory tariffs would result in significant price rises.
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Palladino: A potential ‘golden age’ in US-Hungary relations lies ahead
Robert Palladino said US President Donald Trump "prided himself" on keeping his promises and acting swiftly, "so we're looking forward to an exciting period".
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FM: Production of the second reactor vessel for Paks has started
Minister Szijjártó said that production of turbine parts for the first block of the expansion had begun in Belfort, France.