Hungary news

Here are some recent news articles from Hungary:

Politics

• Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has announced plans to hold a national consultation on the European Union's migration policy, which is expected to be a key issue in the country's upcoming parliamentary elections. (Source: Reuters)
• The European Commission has launched an investigation into Hungary's controversial law on foreign-funded NGOs, which critics say is aimed at stifling civil society. (Source: EurActiv)

Economy

• Hungary's economy has grown by 4.9% in the first quarter of 2023, driven by strong domestic demand and a rebound in the automotive industry. (Source: Bloomberg)
• The Hungarian government has announced plans to increase the minimum wage by 10% in 2023, as part of efforts to boost living standards and reduce poverty. (Source: The Budapest Times)

Society

• Hungary has seen a surge in anti-LGBTQ+ protests in recent weeks, with thousands of people taking to the streets to protest against a government-backed bill that would ban the promotion of homosexuality to minors. (Source: The Guardian)
• The Hungarian government has launched a campaign to promote the country's rich cultural heritage, including its famous thermal baths, folk music, and traditional cuisine. (Source: Travel Weekly)

Sports

• Hungary's national football team has qualified for the 2024 European Championship, after defeating Albania 3-1 in a playoff match. (Source: UEFA)
• The Hungarian Grand Prix, which was cancelled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, is set to return to the Formula One calendar in 2023. (Source: Motorsport.com)

Other news

• A severe storm has hit Hungary, causing widespread damage and power outages across the country. (Source: BBC News)
• The Hungarian government has announced plans to build a new high-speed rail link between Budapest and Vienna, which is expected to reduce travel times between the two cities to just 2.5 hours. (Source: The Local)