Summary
Hungary's new leader, Péter Magyar, announced that the Hungarian government will no longer fund the local branch of the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC). Despite this decision, CPAC plans to continue its events in Hungary, thanks to an invitation from Magyar. The previous Hungarian Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán, was supported by CPAC and President Trump but lost to Magyar, who focuses on anti-corruption and better ties with the European Union.
Key Facts
- Hungary's new leader, Péter Magyar, said the government will stop funding the Hungarian branch of CPAC.
- CPAC's chair said right-wing gatherings will still occur in Hungary each year.
- Magyar's Tisza party recently won elections in Hungary.
- Viktor Orbán, Hungary's former Prime Minister, was supported by CPAC and President Trump.
- Orbán faced criticism from the EU for hostile actions and close ties with Russia.
- CPAC has held five events in Hungary before the recent elections.
- Magyar wants CPAC to continue but without using Hungarian taxpayers' money.
- The Hungarian government will also stop funding a think tank linked to Orbán.
