Hungary closes its borders

Government to introduce stricter travel rules in September, Hungary’s 2021 budget, Belarus, Kramp-Karrenbauer in Budapest and more

Minister Gulyás: The second wave is here; Hungary closes its borders Starting September 1, foreign citizens may not enter the territory of Hungary without a specially justified case. continue reading Szájer: We have fought for rule of law „For us, the rule of law means freedom, national independence and democracy. The rule of law means the rule of law, rather than the rule of people. For thirty years, my generation has fought for this to not only be an inherited privilege for those living in the western part of Europe. We have fought for this!” continue reading Fidesz MEPs express outrage over unveiling of Lenin statue in western Germany Germany erects a statue in honor of Vladimir Ilyich Lenin, a man who trampled on the most fundamental human and civil rights as well as the rule of law, while Germans expect other Member States to respect the rule of law. continue reading Deli: The European Union let the road freighters down MEP Deli: „The adopted rules will lead to decreasing the competitiveness of Central and Eastern European road freighters which could be only beneficial for their counterparts from third countries. This is a short-sighted and unreasonable decision that will make Europe even more vulnerable.” continue reading Hölvényi: Extreme secularism is claiming too many victims MEP György Hölvényi: “If Europe, guided by extreme secularism, is silent on violations against religious minorities, it commits complicity in the persecution and death of millions of people around the world.” continue reading Kramp-Karrenbauer’s visit in Budapest: Strong ties connectarmies of Germany and Hungary togetherMinister Benkő: „Europe’s peace and security are the most important, in preserving which both countries have their own duties and responsibilities.” Europe UNcensored: Central European statesmen discussedthe future of EuropePrime Minister Viktor Orbán, President Aleksandar Vucic and Prime Minister Janez Jansa, as well as François-Xavier Bellamy, member of the European Parliament and head of the French delegation to the EPP Group, will contribute and share their visions of a conservative Europe. Hungary’s 2021 budget: It’s about protecting the economy According to the finance minister, the 2021 budget is all about securing support for families, respecting pensioners and preserving and creating jobs. And it’s set to do all of this, and more, despite the epidemiological crisis. continue reading Justice Minister: The government has taken effective steps against anti-Semitism MoJ Judit Varga: “The fact is that the Hungarian government has declared zero tolerance for anti-Semitism … unlike other European countries.” continue reading PM Orbán has underlined his support for Poland’s position on BelarusAccording to the prime minister, the V4 countries were in agreement on the issue of Belarus and Poland’s position was firmly supported by all V4 countries. Roma compensation paid out for school segregationLászló Horváth told a press conference in Gyöngyöspata that “the lesson has been learnt” and “this cannot be repeated anywhere else in Hungary in the future”. RENEWed Arrogance The EU must stop using rule of law as a political tool, writes Tamás Deutsch, in response to Renew Europe’s leader Dacian Ciolos. continue reading