Hungary’s incoming PM seeks Polish help to renew EU relations
Summary
Péter Magyar, the winner of Hungary’s recent election, plans to build a close relationship with Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk to learn how to improve Hungary’s ties with the European Union. Both leaders aim to restore democratic rules and state institutions after years of difficult relations with the EU.Key Facts
- Péter Magyar won the Hungarian election and wants to work closely with Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
- Both Hungary and Poland have had challenges with the EU over democracy and rule of law issues.
- Magyar intends to visit Warsaw first after taking office and seeks Poland’s advice on reforms.
- Two former Polish ministers hiding in Hungary face prosecution; Magyar wants them to leave soon.
- Hungary’s new parliament might be sworn in on May 9, known as Europe Day by the EU.
- EU officials have started informal talks with Magyar’s team about improving Hungary’s policies.
- Hungary must meet specific conditions on institutions, judiciary, corruption control, asylum laws, and academic freedoms to access EU funds.
- Hungary will have to fulfill important milestones by the end of August to receive the first part of a €90 billion loan to Ukraine.
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