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Hungarian Deputy State Secretary Discusses Middle East Situation in London
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, December 4, 2012 11:16 AM
Szabolcs Takács, Deputy State Secretary for Global Affairs at the Foreign Ministry, had talks focusing on problems in the Middle East in London on December 3.
Parliamentary State Secretary Németh on Hungarian–Slovak Bilateral Relations
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, December 4, 2012 11:15 AM
Slovakia’s current government is a strong partner which delivers on its diplomatic promises, Parliamentary State Secretary for Foreign Affairs Zsolt Németh said in an interview to Slovak daily newspaper Sme published December 3, 2012.
Minister Martonyi to Chair IAEA Conference
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, December 4, 2012 9:04 AM
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has asked Foreign Minister Janos Martonyi to chair the international conference on nuclear security next year, the Hungarian Foreign Ministry said, citing a statement made by IAEA Director General Yukiya Amano at a Board of Governors session November 30, 2012.
State Secretary Zsolt Németh met with Croatian Deputy Foreign Minister
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 30, 2012 5:12 PM
Both Hungary and Croatia are committed to strengthening cooperation between Mol and INA so that the two firms' consortium remain a key player in the regional energy market, Parliamentary State Secretary Zsolt Németh and Croatian Deputy Foreign Minister Josko Klisovic concluded on Friday.
Remembering Giorgio Perlasca and Angelo Rotta
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 30, 2012 3:28 PM
Coming together under the auspices of the Wallenberg Year, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), the Embassy of Italy in Hungary, the Italian Cultural Institute in Budapest and the Hungarian Jewish Cultural Association commemorated Giorgo Perlasca and Angelo Rotta on November 29, 2012.
We Are Not Afraid of Free Trade, Says János Martonyi
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 30, 2012 3:27 PM
The Council of the European Union has authorized the European Commission to start negotiations with Japan about concluding a free trade agreement, said Foreign Minister János Martonyi at the press conference following the session of the Foreign Affairs Council on November 29.
Hungary to assume presidency in V4 Cooperation and the Central European Initiative in 2013
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 29, 2012 5:16 PM
Next year, Central Europe will be given "a special focus" in Hungary's foreign policy, as the country will serve as president of both the Visegrad Four Cooperation and the Central European Initiative (CEI), Parliamentary State Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Zsolt Németh told a conference on Thursday.
Hungary to Abstain in UN vote on Palestine status
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 29, 2012 5:15 PM
Hungary's Foreign Minister Janos Martonyi stated in Brussels on 29 November that Hungary will abstain in the vote later today in the United Nations Assembly. The vote will be held to determine whether or not the Palestinian Authority should become a non-member observer state.
Minister Martonyi: EU Treaties Can Only be Changed after 2014 European Elections
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 29, 2012 3:40 PM
Any changes to the basic treaties governing the functioning of the European Union can only be addressed after the 2014 European parliamentary elections, Foreign Minister János Martonyi said in Brussels November 28, 2012.
Partnership for Peace Promotes Security, Says State Secretary Németh
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 26, 2012 8:46 AM
Zsolt Németh, Parliamentary State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, claimed that NATO Partnership for Peace (PfP) was beneficial because it contributed to achieving the goals of the Allaince as well as to promoting security.
EU enlargement a “two-way street” benefiting both parties
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 23, 2012 4:35 PM
Internal stability and values shared by member states are what the European Union should "export" in exchange for "importing" diversity, natural resources, innovation potential and the prospect of economic growth, the Hungarian Foreign Minister János Martonyi said in Berlin on Friday.
Foreign Minister János Martonyi on the Continuing Significance of NATO
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 23, 2012 12:03 PM
The Hungarian Parliament hosted the conference entitled „NATO After the Chicago Summit” on November 22. Foreign Minister János Martonyi spoke about the relevance of the Atlantic Alliance and about the importance of maintaining NATO’s „Open Doors” policy.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomes Middle Eastern ceasefire
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 22, 2012 6:31 PM
The Hungarian Foreign Ministry welcomes the ceasefire between forces in the Gaza Strip and Israel, and greatly appreciates the efforts of those working to secure it.
Press Release of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the attack in Tel Aviv
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 22, 2012 10:01 AM
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been shocked to hear about today’s bomb attack in Tel Aviv, in which several people were injured.
Minister of State Zsolt Németh: Hate speech against Jews, Roma “outrage against the nation”
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 21, 2012 5:15 PM
Anyone who incites hatred against people of Jewish, Roma origin or any other members of the nation of a different identity or origin commit an outrage against the whole Hungarian nation by dividing it, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Zsolt Németh told a conference November 21, 2012.
Minister of State Győri: a Different Financial Framework is Needed
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 21, 2012 2:27 PM
A different financial framework will be needed if the EU wishes to enforce the spirit of the Treaties and to achieve the objectives of generating growth and employment as a means of recovery from the crisis – emphasized Minister of State Győri, speaking to journalists in Brussels November 20, 2012.
The 2013 Budapest Water Summit
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 20, 2012 4:47 PM
Water is one of the most precious natural resources of our Planet. Only 2% of the world’s water resources are made up by freshwater. This scarce resource however plays a crucial role in all segments of nature, society and economy.
Hungary Open to Cooperation with the next Romanian Government, Says Zsolt Németh
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 20, 2012 4:44 PM
Hungary is open to cooperation with the Romanian Government to be formed after the elections in December, Hungarian Foreign Affairs State Secretary Zsolt Németh said after meeting Tibor Toró, leader of the Transylvanian Hungarian People's Party on 19 November.
Foreign Minister János Martonyi on the Multiannual Financial Framework (2014-2020)
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 20, 2012 4:41 PM
The Member States insist on their positions and do not show readiness for compromise, but not reaching an agreement on the Multiannual Framework (MFF) at the upcoming EU summit could not be an option because that would be disadvantageous for all countries, this was Foreign Minister János Martonyi’s evaluation of the working dinner for EU foreign ministers hosted by Herman Van Rompuy on 19 November.
Statement on the latest developments in the Middle East
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 16, 2012 3:46 PM
The Hungarian Foreign Ministry is following developments in the Middle East with deep concern, in particular the rocket attacks from the Gaza Strip against Israel and the ensuing military response in protection of the population.
Deputy State Secretary Szabolcs Takács in Japan To Boost Bilateral Relations
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 16, 2012 3:25 PM
Szabolcs Takács, Deputy State Secretary for Global Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs paid an official visit to Japan, and had meetings with senior officials at the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Finance, Ministry for Economy, Trade and Industry, the Japanese Business Federation, the Japanese External Trade Organization, and the Asian Development Bank Institute.
Deputy State Secretary Szabolcs Takács in the Philippines
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 15, 2012 4:28 PM
Szabolcs Takács, Deputy State Secretary for Global Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs had meetings with high-level officials in Manila, Philippines.
Hungarian– US Relations Remain Strong, Says Deputy State Secretary Sztáray
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 14, 2012 6:55 PM
Péter Sztáray, Deputy State Secretary for Security Policy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs claimed that Hungarian–US relations would continue to be strong even after the US presidential elections. Since President Obama remained in office, the Hungarian Government does not expect any major changes.
No Disadvantages for Non-Eurozone Members, Says Minister of State Győri
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 14, 2012 6:54 PM
Enikő Győri, Minister of State in charge for European Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Hungary would not accept any solution in handling the euro crisis that would be disadvantageous for the non-Eurozone members of the European Union. The Minister of State presented the country’s position in front of the Hungarian Parliamentary Committee on Foreign Affairs on November 13.
Hungary Offers Transition Experience to Egypt
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 14, 2012 6:52 PM
Hungary has offered its experience in its post-communist transformation to Egypt since there are parallels between the related developments of both countries, the Hungarian State Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Zsolt Németh stated November 14, 2012.
Photo Exhibition Dedicated to Visegrad Cooperation Was Opened
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 14, 2012 4:48 PM
Iván Bába, Administrative State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Peter Weiss, Ambassador of Slovakia in Hungary, opened an exhibition entitled „Visegrad Through My Eyes” in the building of the Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 14 November 2012.
“Visa for Life” Exhibition Opened in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 13, 2012 6:02 PM
Iván Bába, Administrative State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Ilan Mor, Ambassador of Israel in Hungary, opened the exhibition „Visa for Life” in the main building of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs November 13. The exhibition commemorates diplomats who rescued many persecuted Jews during the Second World War by risking, and even at times sacrificing, their own lives.
German Concerns about Croatia’s Accession Have decreased
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 10, 2012 12:12 PM
Germany’s concerns regarding the preparedness of Croatia to join the European Union have abated – Gergely Prőhle, Deputy State Secretary in charge of European Bilateral Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs declared in Berlin on November 9.
Hungary and Germany: fighting for a strong, stable and active Europe
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 10, 2012 11:16 AM
Crisis management must not be allowed to endanger the achievements of European integration, Hungarian Foreign Minister János Martonyi said in Berlin November 9, 2012.
Enikő Győri urges not to let new walls rise within the European Union
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, November 9, 2012 1:39 PM
At the Hungarian-German Forum in Berlin on November 8, Minister of State in charge of European Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Enikő Győri declared that EU member states should not let „new walls rise within the European Union”.