Following four successful years of service in the country, Hungary’s Ambassador to Norway Eszter Sándorfi is concluding her diplomatic mission. To mark this occasion, a farewell reception was held with the participation of members of the diplomatic corps, Norwegian partners, the Hungarian-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce, and the Hungarian community. As a valued board member of the HNCC, the ambassador made a significant contribution to strengthening bilateral relations, supporting our members, and enhancing the chamber’s activities. Her active involvement in programs, event organization, and consistent commitment to shared goals greatly benefited our work. We extend our sincere thanks for her dedication and wish her continued success in the future.
The CCIFH, in cooperation with the Hungarian Export Promotion Agency, is organizing its third Hungarian-French Business Forum on Sep. 30 at the Mercure Budapest Korona Hotel. The event will bring together procurement representatives from the Hungarian subsidiary of four major French companies (Alstom, Michelin, Sanofi and Valeo), offering an excellent opportunity for Hungarian suppliers to expand their commercial activities and establish new business partnerships with these large corporations. The Deputy State Secretary for Foreign Trade Development and the French Ambassador to Hungary will open the event, followed by presentations from the aforementioned companies, during which they will outline their purchasing activities and needs. After lunch, B2B meetings will provide French and Hungarian companies with the opportunity to identify potential areas of cooperation.
• When: Sep. 30, 9 a.m.-5.00 p.m. • Where: Mercure Budapest Korona Hotel, Kecskeméti utca 14., 1053 Budapest • Fee: With confirmed B2B meeting, HUF 29,900 plus VAT/meeting; without B2B, HUF 14,900 plus VAT.
Dutcham invites guests to its upcoming networking lunch in mid-July, this time hosted by W Budapest. After lunch, there will be an opportunity to take a tour of the hotel.
• When: Tuesday, July 15, noon-2 p.m. • Where: W Budapest, Andrássy út 25, 1061 Budapest, • Fee: Members: HUF 10,900 (incl. VAT); non-members: HUF 15,900 (incl. VAT). The price includes the business lunch menu offer of your choice, one soft drink, and coffee.
Although the summer holidays have only just begun, they always seem to fly by faster than expected. Before you know it, it’ll be the start of September and time to go back to work. The fourth Back-to-Work Cocktail event, organised by the chamber once again in collaboration with the German Embassy in Budapest, is an excellent opportunity to catch up with fellow chamber members and partners after the summer break, make new business contacts, and discuss upcoming projects. The beautiful surroundings of the German Ambassador’s residence provide a relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy the last days of summer before returning to work in September.
• When: Wednesday, Sep. 3, from 6-10 p.m. • Where: Residence of the German Ambassador, Rómer Flóris u. 53, 1023 Budapest • Fee: Members HUF 32,000 + VAT; non-members HUF 55,000 + VAT.
The CCCH sends a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined it on Tuesday, July 1, to celebrate Canada Day. “Your energy, smiles, and good vibes made it truly special!” the CCCH said. The chamber is especially grateful to Pasarét Bisztró for hosting everyone at such a welcoming venue, and to The Box Donut for the delicious donuts that brought a sweet Canadian touch to the day.
This article was first published in the Budapest Business Journal print issue of July 11, 2025.
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