Balazs Hidveghi: Brussels Wants a Puppet Government, but Hungary Stands Firm

Results of the national consultation survey reinforced national sovereignty.

Illustration (Source: Facebook/Mate Kocsis)

As regards the topics of the consultation, he said that there is already strong interest in the possibilities of workers' loan  and support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). On the issue of the 13th month pension, Balazs Hidveghi affirmed that the government is convinced that people rightfully expect this benefit, which retirees are entitled to it, and that is why the government decided to make it permanent.

"Hungary's economy is open," welcoming investors and partners from both East and West. While Brussels has recently "sought to restrict this openness, [...]Hungarians have stood firm on independent decision-making, [...] and the consultation reinforced national sovereignty," the parliamentary state secretary highlighted.

Energy prices are linked to the principle of striving for economic neutrality, and the government remains committed to maintaining reduced utility costs,

Hidveghi pointed out, emphasizing that Hungary must resist pressures that would lead to rising utility prices.

On Europe’s global competitiveness, Balazs Hidveghi said that its decline can only be reversed with a "more market-friendly, investor-friendly, bureaucracy-free, and ideology-free approach," which Hungary advocates.

On incoming US President Donald Trump, Hidveghi noted that agreements could be reached based on shared interests, as Trump’s views on key issues – such as the protection of traditional values, support for families, rejection of illegal migration, and the pursuit of peace – align with Hungary’s stance. Trump’s leadership will trigger significant changes in global politics, Balazs Hidveghi said, highlighting that 

in this new situation, "Hungary’s chances and opportunities will expand".

Cover photo: Illustration (Source: Facebook/Mate Kocsis)