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Hungary's Magyar starts EU talks to unblock funds

Hungary's incoming PM Peter Magyar says he is starting early talks with EU officials to unblock frozen funds.

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Budapest, Hungary

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Friday, 17 April 2026 at 12:34 UTC

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Hungary's incoming prime minister, Peter Magyar, announced on Friday, April 17, 2026, that he is beginning initial talks with European Union officials in Budapest. Magyar stated there was no time to waste in his efforts to unblock funds frozen by the bloc due to disputes with his predecessor, Viktor Orbán. The move signals a potential shift in Hungary's approach to EU relations as the new administration prepares to take office.

e/eineurope · topic · T-00010cycle Friday, 17 April 2026 at 12:34 UTC · first reported 17 Apr