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Hungarian Vegetable Producers have received 1.5 million Euro Compensation from the Union

Ministry of Rural Development, July 29, 2011 12:59 PM

The governing body of the European Commission decided to compensate vegetable growers who have been adversely affected by the E.coli infection. Hungarian farmers have now received the full amount of the 1.5 million Euro compensation they requested.

3 Billion To Modernise Poultry Cages

Ministry of Rural Development, July 28, 2011 11:29 AM

The Ministry of Rural Development is launching a tender within the New Hungary Rural Development Program for the modernisation of cages for laying hens, in order to make it easier for egg producers to conform to the relative EU directives and reimburse part of their costs and expenses.

A Year of Success for the Deputy State Secretary

Ministry of Rural Development, July 27, 2011 5:24 PM

On the recommendation of the Minister for Rural Development, the Prime Minister has relieved Deputy State Secretary of the Ministry of Rural Development Dr. Zsolt Horváth of his duties as of August 30, 2011.

Mr. Sándor Pintér: Hungary has successfully completed the EU Presidency

Ministry of Interior, July 25, 2011 1:49 PM

We had an effective and successful Presidency, during which Hungary had to lead and organize the work of Europe – said Interior Minister Sándor Pintér at a ceremony held in the honour of participants of the Hungarian Presidency of the Council of the European Union.

1.5 Million euro Compensation for Hungarian Vegetable Producers

Ministry of Rural Development, July 20, 2011 2:32 PM

The competent authorities of the European Union have accepted Hungary’s application for compensation with relation to the product extraction made necessary as a result of the German E.coli stomach flu epidemic – announced State Secretary of the Ministry of Rural Development in charge of Agricultural Economy György Czerván in Brussels following the meeting of the Agriculture Council.

The ability to adapt to ever-changing needs: EIPA’s first 30 years

Ministry of Public Administration and Justice, July 20, 2011 1:05 PM

The National Institute of Public Administration and the European Institute of Public Administration (EIPA) jointly organised the meeting of the EIPA Board of Governors, on 6-7 June 2011, in the context of the Hungarian EU Presidency. During the two-day meeting, the exclusive guests discussed the most important recent matters and current issues of the first half of 2011. Marga Pröhl, the Director-General of EIPA, speaks about the effects of the financial crisis in the last three years, the increasing number of Board of Governors’ members, and the changing needs regarding contract activities and open market activities.

Development Ministry on the Achievements of the Hungarian Presidency

Ministry of National Development, July 19, 2011 4:55 PM

Hungary will benefit from it’s successful presidency in the long term, as stated during the press conference organised by the Ministry of National Development to give account of the activities and achievements of the Hungarian Presidency of the European Union with the participation of Minister Tamás Fellegi, Minister of State for Infocommunication Zsolt Nyitrai, Minister of State for Infrastructure Pál Völner and Deputy State Secretary for European Union and International Affairs Tamás Iván Kovács on 15 July, 2011.

EIPA trend: More emphasis on smaller and newer Member States

Ministry of Public Administration and Justice, July 19, 2011 4:41 PM

The National Institute of Public Administration and the European Institute of Public Administration (EIPA) jointly organised the meeting of the EIPA Board of Governors, on 6-7 June 2011, in the context of the Hungarian EU Presidency. During the two-day meeting, the exclusive guests discussed the most important recent matters and current issues of the first half of 2011. Henning Christophersen, the Chairman of the EIPA Board of Governors gave an interview for the official website of the government.

Hungary Heading in the Right Direction to Increase Energy Safety in the Region

Ministry of National Development, July 19, 2011 12:57 PM

Minister for National Development Mr. Tamás Fellegi and Executive Director of the Paris headquartered International Energy Agency Mr. Nobuo Tanaka presented the publication entitled “A Review of Hungary’s Energy Policy - Achievements” in Budapest on 15 July 2011.

Ministry of Rural Development to Strictly Enforce Regulations to Ensure GMO-free Crops

Ministry of Rural Development, July 19, 2011 8:40 AM

According to the laws in effect, plants and seeds contaminated with GMOs must be destroyed, and the Ministry of Rural Development will act in strict accordance with these rules – announced the ministry's State Secretary for Food Chain Control and Agricultural Administration.

Frost Damage, the Harvest Report, Wide Vehicles and GMOs

Ministry of Rural Development, July 18, 2011 4:15 PM

Farmers who suffered frost damage in May will receive support totalling 13.3 billion forints, announced State Secretary for Agricultural Economy György Czerván at the press conference following the meeting of the Harvest Co-ordination Committee. The State Secretary reviewed the results of the 2011 harvest and then announced that route permit requirements for oversized vehicles had been annulled. With reference to GMO-contaminated seeds, Endre Kardeván reassured the press that farmers are not at fault and so shall not incur damages.

Four Billion Forints towards Poultry Welfare Support in 2011

Ministry of Rural Development, July 18, 2011 3:11 PM

Poultry farmers are to receive four billion Forints from the national budget. According to the statute amendment, poultry welfare support claims may be lodged on a quarterly basis.

National Energy Strategy Adopted by Government

Ministry of National Development, July 18, 2011 10:38 AM

At its 13 July meeting, the Government adopted and will file the National Energy Strategy to Parliament. Based on new foundations, the Strategy ensures the long-term sustainability, security and economic competitiveness of energy supply in Hungary.

Achievements of Strategic Significance in Energy and Cohesion Policy

Ministry of National Development, July 18, 2011 10:31 AM

During its six-month presidency, Hungary contributed efficiently to the process of building a strong and competitive Europe, stated Deputy State Secretary for European Union and International Affairs of the Ministry of National Development Kovács Tamás Iván, who reported of the achievements first to the European Parliament’s Industry, Research and Technology Committee (ITRE) and then to the Regional Development (REGI) Committee on 11 July 2011 in Brussels.

The red sludge tragedy: the region has been rebuilt thanks to superhuman effort

Government, July 16, 2011 10:49 AM

‘The Government has fulfilled its commitments so far, and we will solve everybody’s problems by 4 October, the first anniversary of the disaster,’ Sándor Pintér said on his ministerial visit to the disaster-stricken region.

EU-wide Stress Test 2011

Ministry for National Economy, July 15, 2011 6:01 PM

Resolute action to address investor perceptions of sustained weakness in the EU banking sector is an important part of the comprehensive response to the crisis, as endorsed by the European Council. In this context, the objective of the EU-wide stress test carried out across 91 banks for the period 2011-2012 is to assess the resilience of the EU banking system to adverse shocks.

The Ministry of Rural Development's new GMO Statute in effect

Ministry of Rural Development, July 15, 2011 5:51 PM

The Ministry of Rural Development amended its statute on crop seeds in record time so that the agricultural authority may act even more efficiently to cleanse areas contaminated with GMOs.

Ionizing Radiation for Foods only under Controlled Conditions

Ministry of Rural Development, July 15, 2011 3:15 PM

The Ministry of Rural Development is putting strict regulations into force regarding the treatment of foods with ionizing radiation. The statute determines what foodstuffs may be treated under what conditions and at what doses using this process.

Hungary welcomes that the Republic of South Sudan has become member state of the UN

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, July 15, 2011 1:50 PM

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomes the UN General Assembly resolution of the 14th July 2011 adopted by acclamation to admit the Republic of South Sudan as the 193rd member state of the organisation. The Republic of Hungary is to open diplomatic relations with the new African state as soon as possible.

The Senate of the National University of Civil Service has been formed

Ministry of Public Administration and Justice, July 15, 2011 10:06 AM

On 12 July, the Temporary Senate of the National University for Civil Service Studies – which is to prepare operation of the new university from 1 January 2012 – held its inaugural meeting in the assembly hall of the Police Academy. The event was the subject of an announcement by the National Institute of Public Administration.

Getting an insight into public service at Lake Balaton – ReGeneráció Camp in Siófok

Ministry of Public Administration and Justice, July 14, 2011 2:01 PM

Sixty young people had the chance to glimpse ‘behind the scenes’ of the Government at the ReGeneráció Camp held in Siófok this weekend.

Returning from Mission - Going on Mission

Ministry of Defence, July 14, 2011 1:58 PM

A joint welcome home and farewell ceremony was held on July 7 at the HDF Joint Force Command (HDF JFC) to welcome the second rotation (35 personnel) of the HDF ISAF National Support Element, the second rotation (18 personnel) of the Hungarian Logistic Mentor Team of the HDF ISAF Combat Service Support (CSS) School, and 25 soldiers who served in individual positions during the past six months in ISAF, Afghanistan. At the same time, the occasion was a farewell ceremony for four officers who are to leave for their tour of duty abroad.

Statement on the Mumbai blasts

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, July 14, 2011 12:16 PM

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs learned with sorrow of the bomb attack of the 13th July 2011 in Mumbai.

Transport Policy: the Hungarian Presidency Closed Successfully

Ministry of National Development, July 13, 2011 1:11 PM

Minister of State for Infrastructure Pál Völner gave account of the Hungarian Presidency's transport policy achievements to the competent committee (TRAN) in Brussels on 12 July 2011. He explained that relying on the work of the preceding Spanish and Belgian partners in the trio presidency, Hungary completed the ambitious transport policy objectives nearly without an exception.

International Media Seminar on Peace in the Middle East – Prospects for Peace: Understanding Current Challenges

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, July 12, 2011 3:41 PM

Mandated by the UN General Assembly’s resolution, the International Media Seminar on Peace in the Middle East is held for the nineteenth occasion on the 12th and 13th of July in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Hungary. An estimated number of 80 participants, especially from the Middle East and Central Europe, have gathered to exchange ideas and cooperate in order to promote the peace process between Israel and the Palestinian territories, and to bring this issue closer to public awareness through dialogue and mutual understanding.