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Hungarian state TV launches Chinese news program

Hungarian state-owned all-news channel M1 launched a Chinese-language news program yesterday, following the broadcast of a Russian-language news program, the...

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Toxicologist: Alcoholism in Hungary on the rise

Hungarian families and the healthcare sector are facing serious issues as the number of alcoholics in Hungary, currently around 800,000,...

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HungaroControl, Wizz Air ink cooperation agreement

Hungary’s air traffic controller HungaroControl yesterday signed a cooperation agreement with Hungarian low-fare airline Wizz Air, according a joint press...

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Szijjártó: Gov’t to provide HUF 19 bln in investment subsidies

The Hungarian government has made a decision to subsidize investments by four foreign-owned and three Hungarian companies with a combined...

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Székesfehérvár withdraws funds for statue of anti-Semite

The mayor of the Hungarian city of Székesfehérvár has asked for the return of public funds being used to erect...

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U.S. to adopt limitations on Hungary’s visa-free travel

Under a law approved by the government of the United States of America, the visa-free travel of Hungarian citizens to...

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Bell voices concerns over public procurement legislation

American companies do not want to compete against firms being led by the relatives of Hungarian political decision makers, U.S....

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Varga to propose NAV changes by March 31

Hungary’s National Economy Minister Mihály Varga will be required to submit a proposal on the new organizational structure of the...

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MNKH signs €25 mln cooperation agreement with Mongolia’s capital

The Hungarian National Trading House (MNKH), set up by the Hungarian state to find new opportunities for Hungarian companies on...

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Demographic trends pose challenges for growth and the labor market

By 2060, the old-age dependency ratio may double in Hungary compared to what it is at present, and the burdens...

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FHB board proposes mandate to raise capital by more than two-thirds

The board of FHB Mortgage Bank will ask shareholders for a two-year mandate to raise capital to 67.5% at an...

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Report: Hungaryʼs education spending half of OECD average

According to the “Education at a Glance 2015: OECD Indicators” report on Hungary published by the OECD yesterday, Hungary spends...

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MNB looks to encourage mid-sized companies to enter bourse

The National Bank of Hungary (MNB) should provide some sort of incentive to medium-sized firms to list themselves on the...

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Dep. State Secretary: Gov’t outlines plan to prop up economic growth

The government and the economy ministry are preparing measures to boost economic growth, among these is a home building program,...

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Rába enters Mexican market with prototype axles

Hungarian automotive industry company Rába, based in Győr, is entering the Mexican bus market by supplying prototype bus axles to...

Environment, Business, Initiatives

BCSDH Breakfast Links Sustainability Award to Promoting Scalable Business Change

The Business Council for Sustainable Development in Hungary used its Sustainable Future Inspiration Breakfast on May 6 to shift the...

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Gov’t Calls Tender to Support Creation of Wetland Habitats

The gov't is calling a HUF 12.8 billion tender to support the development of natural wetland habitats, contributing to long-term...

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E.ON Hungária Announces New Edition of ‘Champions of the Earth’ Competition

The E.ON Hungária Group is once again inviting schools and kindergartens to submit sustainability-focused projects for its "Champions of the...

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Áder Slams COP as Ineffective, Proposes G20 as Basis for Future Climate Policy Discussions

Using words such as “circus” and “hypocrisy,” Hungary’s former President János Áder lambasted the annual United Nations Climate Conferences (COPs),...

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Áder: Hungarian Researchers Propose ‘Sustainability Turnaround’

Hungarian researchers have worked out a methodology for replacing GDP with a "sustainability turnaround" indicator showing the negative effects of...

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European Greentech Firms Eye Japanese Market Through Eco Campaign

Hungarian consultancy firm Sudy & Co. has launched a new campaign aimed at helping European greentech companies break into the...

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Hungary Posts Impact Study of Nat’l Energy and Climate Plan

The Energy Affairs Ministry has issued an impact study of Hungary's National Energy and Climate Plan for public debate....

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Meijer&Co Organizing 24-hr Walk in Városliget, Raising Funds to Regreen the Planet 

What began as an unconventional idea in 2021, with four friends attempting to walk non-stop for 24 hours in Amsterdam...

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Afforestation Program Planting 56,000 Trees by Year-end

By the end of the year, the number of trees planted in the Settlement Afforestation Program will reach 56,000, said...

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EC Acknowledges Pécs for Steps to Achieve Climate Neutrality

The European Commission acknowledged Pécs for its plans to achieve climate neutrality with the award of the EU Mission Label...

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Hungary Establishes Nat’l ESG Council

The National Economy Ministry on Wednesday announced the establishment of the National ESG Council which will play an important role...

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Bábolna Establishing Hungary’s 1st Energy Community

Hungary's first energy community, capable of operation and officially registered, is being set up in the town of Bábolna (90...

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GVH Recommends Anti-Greenwashing Measures

Hungary's Competition Office (GVH) has recommended lawmakers establish a uniform system for gauging the environmental impact of products to help...

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Hungary Restarting ‘Golden Visa’ Program

Hungary will offer a residency permit for those who purchase expensive property in the European Union nation six years after...

Budapest Proposes Tiered Water‑fee System to Cut Waste

Budapest is calling for a reform of Hungary’s water-pricing system, proposing free basic household consumption and progressively higher rates for...

BCSDH Breakfast Links Sustainability Award to Promoting Scalable Business Change

The Business Council for Sustainable Development in Hungary used its Sustainable Future Inspiration Breakfast on May 6 to shift the...

Gov’t Calls Tender to Support Creation of Wetland Habitats

The gov't is calling a HUF 12.8 billion tender to support the development of natural wetland habitats, contributing to long-term...

E.ON Hungária Announces New Edition of ‘Champions of the Earth’ Competition

The E.ON Hungária Group is once again inviting schools and kindergartens to submit sustainability-focused projects for its "Champions of the...

Áder Slams COP as Ineffective, Proposes G20 as Basis for Future Climate Policy Discussions

Using words such as “circus” and “hypocrisy,” Hungary’s former President János Áder lambasted the annual United Nations Climate Conferences (COPs),...

Áder: Hungarian Researchers Propose ‘Sustainability Turnaround’

Hungarian researchers have worked out a methodology for replacing GDP with a "sustainability turnaround" indicator showing the negative effects of...

European Greentech Firms Eye Japanese Market Through Eco Campaign

Hungarian consultancy firm Sudy & Co. has launched a new campaign aimed at helping European greentech companies break into the...

Hungary Posts Impact Study of Nat’l Energy and Climate Plan

The Energy Affairs Ministry has issued an impact study of Hungary's National Energy and Climate Plan for public debate....

Meijer&Co Organizing 24-hr Walk in Városliget, Raising Funds to Regreen the Planet 

What began as an unconventional idea in 2021, with four friends attempting to walk non-stop for 24 hours in Amsterdam...

Afforestation Program Planting 56,000 Trees by Year-end

By the end of the year, the number of trees planted in the Settlement Afforestation Program will reach 56,000, said...

EC Acknowledges Pécs for Steps to Achieve Climate Neutrality

The European Commission acknowledged Pécs for its plans to achieve climate neutrality with the award of the EU Mission Label...

Hungary Establishes Nat’l ESG Council

The National Economy Ministry on Wednesday announced the establishment of the National ESG Council which will play an important role...

Bábolna Establishing Hungary’s 1st Energy Community

Hungary's first energy community, capable of operation and officially registered, is being set up in the town of Bábolna (90...

GVH Recommends Anti-Greenwashing Measures

Hungary's Competition Office (GVH) has recommended lawmakers establish a uniform system for gauging the environmental impact of products to help...

Hungary Restarting ‘Golden Visa’ Program

Hungary will offer a residency permit for those who purchase expensive property in the European Union nation six years after...