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Hungarian education at a turning point: Judit Lannert and the redesign of a system

Di Vora Matteo, 2026.04.25.2026.04.25.

Hungarian education is no longer merely a matter of policy; it has become part of everyday public conversation. Parents, students and teachers alike feel that something is not working properly. The system is overloaded, often cumbersome, and increasingly unable to respond to the challenges of today’s world. It is into…

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New foreign policy direction in Hungary: stability, alliances and strategic balance

Di Vora Matteo, 2026.04.25.2026.04.25.

Based on the first decisions of the new Hungarian government, a clear shift in foreign policy is beginning to emerge: in the coming period, Budapest is expected to place greater emphasis on stability, strengthening alliance systems, and reducing economic and security risks. The appointment of Anita Orbán as foreign minister…

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From the spotlight to crisis management: Zsolt Hegedűs and the turning point facing Hungarian healthcare

Di Vora Matteo, 2026.04.23.2026.04.25.

After the night of the Hungarian elections, the relaxed dance of Zsolt Hegedűs, the Tisza Party’s healthcare expert, spread across international social media and the press. For many, the scene reflected the mood of a new political era. Since then, it has become official: he will serve as health minister…

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From analyst to key government figure: Bálint Ruff to head the Prime Minister’s Office

Di Vora Matteo, 2026.04.23.2026.04.25.

Péter Magyar announced one of the most interesting personnel decisions in Hungarian politics this week: in the new government, the post of minister heading the Prime Minister’s Office will be given to Bálint Ruff. The appointment is not merely about filling a key portfolio; it also signals the type of…

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Rule of law and EU funds: Hungary on the threshold of a new era

Di Vora Matteo, 2026.04.23.2026.04.25.

The government led by Péter Magyar holds a two-thirds parliamentary majority, meaning it has the full legal toolkit needed to implement the necessary changes. This includes amending key laws, reshaping the institutional system, and making the required corrections to the Fundamental Law. The reform process is therefore not a matter…

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After the Hungarian election, the forint strengthens: what is behind the shift?

Di Vora Matteo, 2026.04.21.2026.04.25.

After the Hungarian elections, there was a striking turnaround in the forint’s exchange rate. The euro, which had previously traded around 390–400 forints, moved close to 360 within a short period of time. At first glance, the speed of the change may seem surprising. In reality, however, it does not…

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International negotiations, EU funds, and regional cooperation – new directions emerging for Hungary

Di Vora Matteo, 2026.04.20.2026.04.25.

Following Hungary’s 2026 parliamentary elections, diplomatic activity has intensified around the country’s future position within the European Union, the status of suspended EU funds, and the potential renewal of regional cooperation frameworks. The political transition has triggered not only domestic institutional changes but also a broader process of foreign policy…

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A Media System in Transition: Internal Strains at MTVA and Rapid Changes at TV2

Di Vora Matteo, 2026.04.17.2026.04.17.

Hungary’s post-election political shift is already reverberating through the institutions and outlets that long shaped the country’s pro-government media environment.     Péter Magyar’s appearance on public media did more than generate a moment of political theatre. It exposed growing pressure inside MTVA, coincided with open dissent at MTI, and…

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Price Caps and Power Signals: Why Péter Magyar’s First Talks with MOL Matter

Di Vora Matteo, 2026.04.17.2026.04.17.

One of Péter Magyar’s first strategic meetings before formally taking office was with Zsolt Hernádi, MOL’s chairman and chief executive. That alone signalled the urgency of the issue. According to Hungarian media reports, the talks focused on fuel supply security, the future of Hungary’s protected fuel price scheme, and MOL’s…

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Indictment over organizing the Budapest Pride: rule-of-law dispute back on the agenda

Di Vora Matteo, 2026.01.28.2026.02.12.

Indictment over organizing the Budapest Pride: rule-of-law dispute back on the agenda The Hungarian prosecution service has brought charges against Gergely Karácsony, the mayor of Budapest, over his role in organizing the 2025 Pride march, which had been banned by the police. The case quickly triggered international attention, as questions…

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