01/06/2026
Magyar Péter delivered a speech focused on Hungary’s access to European Union funds, government reforms, and institutional changes. He announced that Hungary would gain access to around €16 billion in previously frozen or restricted EU funding, including resources for infrastructure, higher education, research, innovation, transport, environmental projects, and economic development. He described the agreement as a major achievement and argued that these funds rightfully belong to the Hungarian people.
A central theme of the speech was criticism of the previous Orbán government. Magyar claimed that years of conflict with the European Union and alleged corruption had delayed access to these resources, harming Hungary’s economic development and public services. He argued that the dispute with Brussels was not about migration, Ukraine, or ideological issues, but primarily about transparency, rule of law concerns, and the management of public funds.
Magyar outlined several anti-corruption commitments made by his government, including stricter asset declaration rules for politicians, expanded powers for oversight institutions, stronger penalties for false declarations, and Hungary’s application to join the European Public Prosecutor’s Office. He said these measures were necessary to restore trust and ensure transparent use of public money.
The speech also detailed plans for using EU funds to modernize railways and public transportation, improve energy infrastructure, support universities and research programs, expand housing projects, and provide assistance to small and medium-sized businesses. He argued that these investments would strengthen Hungary’s competitiveness and improve living standards.
In the second half of the speech, Magyar criticized President Sulyok Tamás, accusing him of failing to fulfill his constitutional role as a guardian of democratic institutions and national unity. He announced that the government would pursue constitutional and legal reforms aimed at restoring public confidence in state institutions.
Magyar concluded by emphasizing cooperation with the Hungarian National Bank, strengthening Hungary’s relations with European partners, and pursuing what he described as a more transparent, democratic, and economically successful future for Hungary.
