As Hungarian Conservative reported, Fidesz has proposed to the Hungarian government the launch of a national consultation on a range of important economic policy issues. The consultation, titled Hungary Can Do It, began today with the distribution of the consultation questionnaires covering 11 topics, as stated on the government’s website.
One focal point of the consultation is Hungary’s economic stance amid global tensions. The government advocates for a stance of economic neutrality rather than joining what it describes as a ‘trade cold war’ driven by Brussels, particularly against Eastern nations. It emphasizes that citizens should decide on the direction of Hungary’s economic policy rather than adhering strictly to Brussels’ guidelines, supporting the idea that national sovereignty in economic decision-making is essential.
The questionnaire further explores Hungary’s position on fostering a stronger local SME sector, with questions on the need for capital support to enable smaller businesses to compete with multinational corporations. The government asserts that many global corporations dominate markets, often sidelining local enterprises, and thus is keen to explore mechanisms to support Hungarian SMEs.
Additionally, housing support is addressed with questions on tax incentives for companies contributing to employees’ rental costs, and the possibility of allowing the Széchenyi Card to be used for home renovations. Youth housing support initiatives are also in focus, with proposals for building new student halls and providing low-interest loans for first-time homebuyers.
The consultation includes questions about establishing a wage increase framework tied to economic growth, with an aim of achieving a minimum wage of four hundred thousand forints and an average wage of one million forints.
Regarding migration, the consultation asks the public about their opinion on Hungary’s approach to migration and its role in addressing Europe’s demographic challenges. The government contrasts its stance with that of the European Union, advocating for local family support over migration as a solution to population decline. The consultation’s final question covers Hungary’s right to refuse migrant relocation quotas, given recent European Court rulings that may impose financial penalties on Hungary for limiting its intake.
In launching this initiative, the government underscores the significance of public support in maintaining national sovereignty and bolstering Hungary’s capacity to pursue a self-determined economic path.
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