German investor morale in Hungary improves in post-election survey
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- Hungary's Peter Magyar is set to be sworn in as prime minister, ending Viktor Orban's 16-year rule
- Keszte said key priority areas for German investors, such as more investment in education, support for small businesses, stamping out corruption and adopting the euro, overlapped with the priorities laid out by Magyar.
- "If his Tisza Party delivers on its election promises, then the priorities highlighted by our members will start to be addressed," Keszte said.
Peter Magyar was officially sworn in as Hungary's prime minister on May 9, 2026, marking a significant political shift after Viktor Orban's 16-year tenure. Magyar's Tisza party achieved a decisive victory in the April 12 elections, winning 141 out of 199 parliamentary seats, which grants them a two-thirds majority necessary for constitutional changes.
In his inaugural address, Magyar emphasized his commitment to combating corruption and restoring democratic norms, which he argues have been undermined during Orban's administration.
The transition comes at a time when Hungary faces economic challenges, including a budget deficit that has reached 71% of its annual target by April, attributed to Orban's extensive pre-election spending. Investors have responded favorably to the change in leadership, with the Hungarian forint strengthening against the euro.
Magyar's government is also tasked with addressing the EU's concerns over rule-of-law issues, as he seeks to unlock billions in EU funds that have been frozen. This shift in leadership reflects a broader desire among the electorate for a new direction in Hungary's governance and international relations.
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