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Firefight in Afghanistan Between a US–Hungarian Unit and the Taliban

Ministry of Defence, October 4, 2012 1:37 PM

In the morning of Thursday, October 4 there was a firefight between the Hungarian–US special operations unit and the Taliban insurgents. No NATO troops were injured in the firefight, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) informed the Hungarian News Agency MTI.

Minister of State Győri met with French high-profile officials to discuss cooperation on EU issues

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, October 3, 2012 6:30 PM

There are several points of current EU issues in which Hungary and France are able to work together very well, Minister of State for EU Affairs Enikő Győri said following a two-day visit to Paris on Wednesday.

Viktor Orbán honoured by Sapientia University

Prime Minister’s Office, October 3, 2012 5:29 PM

Sapientia Hungarian University of Transylvania has presented a Bocskai István Award to Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in Targu Mures (Marosvásárhely) to recognise his role in founding and developing the higher education institution.

Hungary’s Modern Radar System Becomes Complete

Ministry of Defence, October 3, 2012 2:11 PM

Construction of the NATO radar is going to start soon at Medina in Tolna County, Hungary. Defence Minister Csaba Hende laid the foundation stone of the installation together with the representatives of the contractors and designing architects in the village on Tuesday, October 2.

Direct flights necessary to boost Chinese tourism traffic in Hungary

Ministry for National Economy, October 3, 2012 11:52 AM

Minister for National Economy György Matolcsy spoke at the conference titled Chinese-Hungarian Trade Relations Today, stating that cooperation between Hungary and China has been increasingly promising and a strong economic bridge has been built between the two countries. Chinese investments total almost 2.5 billion USD in Hungary. According to the Minister, the latest Wanhua project at Kazincbarcika may be followed by further six to eight significant investments.

Significant support for the homeless

Ministry of Human Resources, October 3, 2012 11:26 AM

In 2012 the Government has made over HUF 8.2 billion available for the care of homeless people.

The new Komarom Danube bridge could be completed by 2016-17

Prime Minister’s Office, October 3, 2012 10:36 AM

State Secretary for Foreign Affairs and External Economic Relations Péter Szijjártó announced that the new bridge over the river Danube between Hungary's Komárom and Slovakia's Komarno, which will be built according to the joint statement signed on Tuesday 2 October by the Prime Ministers of Hungary and the Slovakia, could be open to traffic by 2016-2017.

Almost half a billion forints for children with integration, learning and behavioural difficulties

Ministry of Human Resources, October 3, 2012 10:10 AM

A total of HUF 477 million will be allocated by the Minister of Human Resources to the development of students with integration, learning and behavioural difficulties.

Prime Minister Orbán inaugurated Teva's new Hungarian plant

Prime Minister’s Office, October 2, 2012 6:35 PM

Prime Minister Orbán spoke at the inauguration of the Israeli Teva Pharmaceutical Industries LTD’s new Hungarian headquarters in Gödöllő, stating that the pharmaceutical industry is one of Hungary’s most successful trademarks worldwide and the Government will do everything in its power to maintain it.

Viktor Orbán meets with Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico

Prime Minister’s Office, October 2, 2012 5:47 PM

On Tuesday, Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico and Viktor Orbán inaugurated the Pilis Slovakians' Centre in Pilisszentkereszt. In his speech at the ceremony, Robert Fico emphasized that the new cultural centre shows that if both sides have the will, delicate issues can also be tackled.

Foreign Minister Martonyi’s Meeting with CEI Secretary General

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, October 2, 2012 4:32 PM

Upon the invitation of the Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs János Martonyi Secretary General of the Central European Initiative (CEI), Gerhard Pfanzelter paid a working visit to Budapest on 2 October 2012.

Hungary Supports a Treaty Amendment with Conditions in Line with her National Interests

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, October 2, 2012 4:13 PM

Finding a solution for the problems of the Eurozone is also in Hungary’s interest, but it would require the amendment of the EU Treaty. Hungary could support it only under certain conditions, Foreign Minister János Martonyi declared before Parliament’s Committee on European Affairs October 2, 2012.

Foreign Minister János Martonyi’s Address at the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, October 2, 2012 4:06 PM

UNAOC Group of Friends Ministerial Meeting, UNHQ, NY
September 30, 2012

National Food Chain Safety Strategy under development

Ministry of Rural Development, October 2, 2012 2:21 PM

The Ministry of Rural Development is developing a food chain safety strategy. The objective of the document is to determine the measures and instruments through which the protection of the health of consumers may continue to be most effectively realised.

Ministry awards on World Architecture Day

Ministry of Interior, October 2, 2012 2:16 PM

László Felkai, State Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, handed out Palóczi Antal awards, Lehchner Lajos awards and Pro Architectura awards to outstanding professionals on the World Architecture Day.

Smooth Takeover of Force Protection Tasks at KAIA

Ministry of Defence, October 2, 2012 1:43 PM

“The takeover of force protection tasks at the Kabul International Airport (KAIA) took place in order on Monday, October 1, and the soldiers of the Hungarian Defence Forces will perform their duties there for six months”, Chief of Defence Gen. Dr. Tibor Benkő said at a press conference in Budapest.

Justice Minister Tibor Navracsics wrote a letter to senior Bolivian officials regarding Előd Tóásó’s case

Ministry of Public Administration and Justice, October 2, 2012 12:31 PM

Justice Minister Tibor Navracsics wrote a letter to senior Bolivian officials, asking them to ensure that Hungarian national Előd Tóásó can stand trial and mount a free defence. A court hearing was scheduled to take place in La Paz on Monday, 2 October but it was postponed to 9 October and the venue was changed to Tarija.

External trade turnover continued to increase in July

Ministry for National Economy, October 2, 2012 10:41 AM

In July 2012 exports and imports increased by 5.6 percent and 4.8 percent, respectively, compared to the corresponding period of 2011.

Brussels office serving Hungarian counties and local councils

Ministry of Public Administration and Justice, October 2, 2012 7:46 AM

The opening ceremony has been held in Brussels for the H4- HunOR Representative Office, which will provide a more effective and active presence in Brussels for both the counties of Hungary and the Hungarian research and development sector.

150 young Hungarians receive the opportunity for experience of public administration abroad

Ministry of Public Administration and Justice, October 1, 2012 5:40 PM

The 150 young people who this year won the Hungarian Public Administration Scholarship, and who have completed their six-month period of practical experience in Hungary, are now starting their professional practice abroad.

Viktor Orbán greeted Lebanon’s Maronite Patriarch

Prime Minister’s Office, October 1, 2012 5:08 PM

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, Deputy Prime Minister Zsolt Semjén and State Secretary for Foreign Affairs and External Economic Relations Péter Szijjártó welcomed Lebanese Maronite Patriarch Bechara Boutros al-Rahi and his escort in the Hungarian Parliament.

Prime Minister Orbán received Romanian Foreign Minister Corlatean in his office

Prime Minister’s Office, October 1, 2012 3:42 PM

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán met with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Romania Titus Corlatean on Monday, 1 October. Hungarian Foreign Minister János Martonyi, State Secretary for Foreign Affairs and External Economic Relations Péter Szijjártó and the Ambassador of Romania were also present at the meeting.

Prime Minister Orbán met with leader of Hungarian Community Party

Prime Minister’s Office, October 1, 2012 3:41 PM

The Hungarian Prime Minister received József Berényi, President of the Hungarian Community Party (MKP), in his office on Monday. Mr. Orbán will be meeting his Slovakian counterpart, Prime Minister Fico, tomorrow, and although discussions are likely to mainly centre on economic issues, the Prime Minister wished to be informed on the status of the Hungarian minority in Slovakia.

Almost 2 billion HUF to help disadvantaged students

Ministry of Human Resources, October 1, 2012 1:37 PM

A total of 1.89 billion HUF is available for disadvantaged primary and secondary school students for the school year 2012/2013 within the framework of the “For the road” scholarship program.

Prime Minister Orbán spoke at the 25th anniversary of the "Lakitelek Meeting"

Prime Minister’s Office, October 1, 2012 1:30 PM


25 years ago, on 27 September 1987, 181 intellectuals met in a tent set up on current Deputy Speaker of Parliament Sándor Lezsák’s back yard. This meeting was a key step towards the transition to democracy.