Despite the Hungarian opposition party Respect and Freedom (Tisza) leading in several polls, government-critical political analyst Gábor Török has predicted a narrow victory for Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and his party in 2026.
The Norway Grants pulled out of Hungary in 2014 after the non-profit organization in charge of allocating its funds, the Environmental Partnership Foundation, had been accused of political bias by the Orbán government. After over a decade, the Norway Grants are returning to Hungary, partnering with the same group yet again—Balázs Orbán has shared his concerns over the matter.
‘In 2025, a bolder, freer attitude to travelling has prevailed. Young people’s travel habits have changed significantly: post-pandemic uncertainty has given way to openness, a search for experiences, and increased flexibility.’
‘Though I am “only” its creative editor, in terms of my enthusiasm, dedication, and effort, I feel like I was a co-author, too. I warmly recommend this book to anyone interested in the Hungarian diaspora in North America and/or in small business economics, regardless of their location, age, or profession.’
Hungary has recorded its lowest number of registered jobseekers since the political transition, with the government crediting targeted support programmes and reaffirming its focus on Hungarian workers rather than diverting funds to Ukraine.
‘The principles of “America first” and “Hungary first” give us the opportunity to elevate our friendship to a level where the sky is the limit,’ Péter Szijjártó highlighted in his speech at the US Embassy reception held on Wednesday to mark American Independence Day.
Protests in Serbia have continued since November, sparked by a deadly infrastructure collapse and growing anger at President Vučić’s government. As the EU backs protesters and withholds aid, Hungary defends Vučić, denouncing the movement as a foreign-backed attempt to destabilize the region.
A record number of young people have applied to the Mathias Corvinus Collegium’s free talent programmes, prompting an extension of the University Programme application deadline to 4 August. Interest spans from primary school to university-level courses.
Juneteenth marks the end of slavery in the U.S., yet the legacy of human bondage extends far beyond American shores. From African complicity in the slave trade to Black slaveholders in early America, and the persistence of slavery in parts of modern Africa, this article explores the often overlooked complexities of a global and ongoing issue.
‘Europe stands at a crossroads as America retreats from NATO, immigration stokes domestic unrest, and the EU overreach alienates voters. SI offers a remedy: a continent where nations govern democratically, cooperate voluntarily, and secure themselves without external crutches, by grounding solidarity in national consent.’
Hungarian Conservative is a quarterly magazine on contemporary political, philosophical and cultural issues from a conservative perspective.
