The first panel discussion of the Geopolitical Summit discussed several aspects of democracy, and how conservatism fits into it in the ‘changing world order’. The panellists agreed that Western liberal elites have in many ways hijacked democracy.
In his keynote speech at the fourth Danube Institute – The Heritage Foundation Geopolitical Summit, Political Director for the Prime Minister of Hungary Balázs Orbán talked about how the current liberal world order is changing, and conservatives now have the chance to not be the ‘losers’ of the new world order. He also stressed the importance of favouring family policies instead of migration for the solution to the demographic challenges; as well as the upcoming presidential election in the US.
58-year-old Ryan Wesley Routh pointed a rifle at President Trump while he was golfing at his Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida but Secret Service agents thwarted the assassination attempt. Routh, apprehended by the police shortly after the incident, is an avid supporter of Ukraine and has apparently attempted to recruit volunteers to fight against Russia.
The municipality statement issued on 16 September said that from 1 January 2026 the Terézváros local government will set the number of days that properties can be used for short-term rentals in the district at zero. The referendum was called in response to the growing number of resident complaints about the disturbance caused by Airbnb-type accommodations.
A recent op-ed on The Federalist argues that the conduct of ABC News moderators David Muir and Linsey Davis during the debate between President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris constituted an illegal, in-kind campaign contribution to the Harris campaign worth over $40 million.
According to EU forecasts, the Hungarian economy could be the third fastest-growing economy in the EU next year, Viktor Orbán said in his regular public radio interview on Friday morning. He highlighted the paramount importance of avoiding the forming of economic blocs, a view that is shared by leading European political and economic players.
The conference featured research by Italian author and journalist Thomas Fazi, whose report ‘The Silent Coup’ was recently published by MCC Brussels. In his report Fazi argues that the sovereign debt crisis, the refugee crisis, the Brexit referendum, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the war in Ukraine all contributed to the widening of the European Commission’s competences.
Since Strabag has previously stated that it does not consider its stake in the railway company a strategic investment and is willing to sell it, the last obstacle has been removed for the Hungarian state to further increase its ownership in the Győr–Sopron–Ebenfurth Railway Corporation.
Minister for European Union Affairs János Bóka has been delegated to negotiate with Brussels about the €200 million fine Hungary received for failing to meet migrant quotas, Gergely Gulyás also revealed.
The European Union’s industrial strategy prioritizes the green and digital transformation of the automotive industry, with a strong focus on promoting electromobility. Hungarian State Secretary for Industrial Policy and Technology Gergely Fábián highlighted at a recent event in Brussels that Hungary is at the forefront of this effort, viewing the automotive industry and battery production as strategic sectors. Hungary was also one of the first member states to call for an EU-level action plan to promote electromobility.
Vice President Kamala Harris did a lot better against President Donald Turmp than Joe Biden, that is undeniable. However, there are a lot of saving graces for President Trump’s performance.
Although no sources have confirmed that the Hungarian Ministry of Defence has officially expressed interest in the Sigma system, this state-of-the-art technology could easily fit into Hungary’s ongoing force development and modernization programme.
After the 5–0 loss against Germany, the Hungarian football national team tied Bosnia and Herzegovina 0–0 in the UEFA Nations League. Nevertheless, Marco Rossi has been through rough periods with the team already, and has always managed to come back so far.
The OECD has published its Education at a Glance 2024 report, which examines the state of educational systems and the challenges they face in various countries up to 2023. The analyses are based on data from 2022 and 2023 for educational participation and 2021 for teacher salaries.
Hungarian EU Affairs Minister János Bóka gave a detailed presentation on the first day of the conference co-organized by the Danube Institute, outlining the key priorities of the Hungarian EU Presidency. Bóka highlighted an early success of the presidency, noting that while six months ago the importance of developing European competitiveness was rarely discussed, it has now become a central topic in the European political debate.
Co-organized by the Hungarian think tank Danube Institute, an international media seminar began on Tuesday in Budapest, focusing on the effective use of artificial intelligence in journalism. In his keynote speech, Hungarian State Secretary Zoltán Kovács pointed out that Europe could be the first continent to regulate AI, with the regulation potentially being introduced during Hungary’s EU Presidency.
MOL has signed agreements with oil shippers and pipeline operators to ensure the continuous transport of oil through the Druzhba pipeline from Russia.
President Joe Biden was pressured into dropping out of the race by his own party after a disastrous debate performance in June. Now, as the momentum is shifting back towards Trump, the limelight will be on Vice President Kamala Harris on the stage.
According to the Hungarian minister for national economy the disinflation of food prices is driven by a significant decline in agricultural producer prices, suggesting that prices for certain food products may continue to fall in the coming months, further boosting demand growth.
The 24th China International Fair for Investment and Trade, which opened on Sunday, features a significant Hungarian presence. The event presents an excellent opportunity for Hungarian companies to attract the attention of investors, according to a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
The Wokebusters initiative, launched in July, is starting its first international mission. Miklós Szánthó, Director General of the Center for Fundamental Rights, stated that their first stop will be the United States, as it is the home of the woke movement. But the Wokebusters also have many allies in the US who are committed to the values of God, country, and family,, the director general added.
The Pujiang Innovation Forum commenced on Saturday in Pujiang (Shanghai), with Hungary participating as the guest of honour at the four-day event. The Hungarian delegation, consisting of around forty experts, business and academic leaders, is showcasing world-class Hungarian innovations at a prominent stand.
At the annual Kötcse gathering of conservative political and cultural elites Viktor Orbán shared that an action plan has been drafted for a ‘peace budget’ that will involve wage hikes, as well as more government support for families and for businesses.
‘The party needs rebuilding. It needs a clear philosophy with policies that voters can see are capable of solving the country’s problems. And it needs a leader, and a leadership team, who can credibly represent conservatism and properly articulate it. We are a long way from that at the moment. But the Conservative Party is the great survivor.’
State Secretary Responsible for Active Recreation in Hungary went on public television to talk about the Active Start to School programme, through which students across Hungary can try out different sports for free, and go on active school trips. Teachers in the public education system can also get discounts in certain sporting facilities.
Swimmer Zsófia Konkoly won her second gold medal at the 2024 Paralympics yesterday; while long jumper Luca Ekler defended her title and won another gold in her event after the Tokyo games in 2021. The Hungarian para-athletes also earned a silver in fencing, as well as a bronze in swimming and table tennis respectively.
The series is a monumental historical drama that portrays the life, love, and battles of János Hunyadi, the legendary 15th century Hungarian military leader, offering a glimpse into the political landscape of Europe at the time. What makes the series unique is its cast of over 600 international actors and stunt performers, with the characters speaking in their native languages, enhancing historical authenticity.
At the reception ceremony for the new aircraft Defence Minister Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky emphasized that Hungary is a pro-peace country, and the government is committed to both peacebuilding and peacekeeping, which requires making sure that the Hungarian airspace is safe.
Anna Donáth, the former president of the left-wing Momentum party in Hungary, allegedly used physical force to obstruct a criminal investigation by the National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) in February 2022. Since she failed to win another term in the European Parliament, Donáth lost her political immunity and was now questioned as a suspect in a criminal investigation.
Hungarian energy drink company HELL sued Forbes Hungary in 2019 to prevent the publication of its owners’ personal information in the magazine’s annual special edition listing the 50 richest Hungarians. A temporary court order required the publisher to recall the issue, and remove the names of the owners from the magazine’s online platform. Despite this precedent, Forbes has recently published an article which featured the personal data of the owners, accompanied by what the company describes as ‘sensationalist and ad hominem comments in a tabloid style’.