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Orbán Viktor Outlines Government Plans at Local Forum

Orbán Viktor Outlines Government Plans at Local Forum

Hungarian Prime Minister addresses economic measures and European integration issues during a public event.
Orbán Viktor, the Prime Minister of Hungary, made a surprise appearance at a public forum in Ráckeve, where he discussed various government initiatives and addressed recent news topics.

Arriving after the event had commenced, he briefly explained his presence and turned to Tuzson Bence, a fellow government official, inquiring about Bence's potential nomination for the role of chief prosecutor, a position he suggested was proposed by the opposition.

During the forum, alongside local MP Pánczél Károly, Orbán highlighted significant planned government actions for the year, including proposed price controls with a cap on retailer profit margins set at 15%.

Additionally, he announced the intention to provide food vouchers to pensioners and launch 150 factories under a newly expanded initiative, an increase from an earlier promise of 100.

Furthermore, Orbán mentioned the allocation of 1,400 billion forints to small and medium-sized enterprises as part of the Demján Sándor program.

Acknowledging the poor first-quarter GDP data, the Prime Minister affirmed the government's commitment to execute the proposed measures despite the economic challenges.

Orbán indicated that a new transparency law is under preparation aimed at scrutinizing foreign-funded organizations that identify themselves as civil entities.

On the topic of Ukraine, he quoted Manfred Weber, the president of the European People's Party, highlighting past reminders about Hungary's own EU accession motivations.

Orbán asserted that should Ukraine's membership in the EU be deemed beneficial, he would support it.

However, he dismissed the notion as impractical, arguing that Ukraine would financially burden Europe.

In contrast, he expressed support for Serbia's EU accession, framing it as advantageous for Hungary.

Addressing his audience, Orbán commented on the EU's current stance towards Ukrainian membership, cautioning against the notion of unconditional acceptance, and underscored what he sees as a mismanagement of European affairs, which has left Hungary in a precarious position.

Orbán reacted sharply to recent news regarding the EU's potential complete cessation of Russian energy imports, labeling such a decision as perilous and detrimental to Hungary's energy system.

He claimed that except for the ruling Fidesz-KDNP coalition, no other party currently represents Hungary's interests effectively.

While prompting his supporters to engage in a public opinion survey regarding Ukraine’s EU accession, Orbán emphasized the need for active political involvement among Christian-conservative citizens, especially with elections approaching in the next year.

Audience interaction included questions from attendees, one of whom expressed concerns regarding their mother's participation in the survey.

Orbán responded by drawing attention to the legality of tampering with mail-in ballots, warning against any illicit activities.

In discussing relations with the EU, Orbán expressed disappointment over what he perceives as a departure from the union's initial promises of parity and integration post-communism, stating that Hungary must not consider exiting the EU, although he recognized the sensitivity of such discussions.

The Prime Minister also made remarks regarding the LGBTQ+ pride events, describing them in unflattering terms, while addressing local community issues, including a call for the completion of renovations on the Savoyai Castle in the local area.

In a light moment, an attendee humorously thanked Orbán for purportedly 'stealing' a health clinic, prompting laughter from the audience.

Orbán used this opportunity to discuss national wealth, claiming that the national asset value has doubled under his government, and critiqued allegations of corruption, attributing such narratives to foreign interests seeking to undermine Hungarian sovereignty.

The mayor of Ráckeve raised the topic of legal action against the EU regarding financial penalties Hungary faces for not accepting migrants.

Orbán expressed a preference for negotiation over litigation but insisted that competent representation of national interests is critical for any successful negotiation process.
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