Hungary's Voks 2025 Reveals Widespread Unease About Ukraine’s EU Accession

The Hungarian public feels that Ukraine’s EU membership is an issue that directly affects them, Daniel Deak told Magyar Nemzet in an interview, following the announcement that over 1.5 million people had already participated in the government-initiated Voks 2025 public opinion vote. According to the analyst, the vote could send a powerful message both domestically and in foreign policy if Hungarians reject Ukraine’s EU accession.

Cover photo: Illustration (Photo: Arpad Kurucz)

Voks 2025 Open Until June 20

Ballot delivery to the public for Voks 2025 began in April and was completed by the end of May. However, thousands reported their ballots went missing from their mailboxes, prompting the launch of an online voting option in recent days. Participation in Voks 2025 is open until June 20, and based on current trends, the number of voters could exceed 2 million.

The government’s position remains firm: it does not support EU weapons shipments or joint debt, and instead calls for peace negotiations.

Prime Minister Viktor Orban announced the opinion vote on Ukraine’s EU membership at the EU summit in early March. The Hungarian government has extensive experience representing national interests in Brussels and often relies on the clear and firm opinions of Hungarian citizens. Over the past 15 years, the public has overwhelmingly backed the government’s stance on key national issues through national consultations. Beyond consultations, referendums also offer citizens a chance to express their views on critical matters, helping guide the government's direction.

Cover photo: Illustration (Photo: Arpad Kurucz)