Speech delivered in Pirna by Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, on Memorial Day for Deportation of Ethnic Germans from Hungary
Honourable Prime Minister!
Honourable Assembly!
Dear German Friends!
Eighty years ago, German men, women, and families were expelled from Hungary almost overnight. In three waves, more than 200,000 souls were torn from their homes and from our common homeland. They were my compatriots. They were respected citizens of our country.
Speech delivered in Munich by Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, on Memorial Day for Deportation of Ethnic Germans from Hungary
There have been a few turbulent centuries in the history of Europe, but I think we can all agree that the 20th century was one of the most terrible of them all. It is often said that time heals all wounds.
I can agree with this statement only if the passage of time does not mean forgetting, but rather an enduring commitment to learning from what has happened and to stand stronger together because of it. We share a solemn responsibility: to confront the
Speech by Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, at the Waldlager Memorial Centre in Mühldorf am Inn
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I greet you today at a place of profound sorrow. This land bears witness to unimaginable suffering. Here, the human dignity of my fellow citizens was utterly disregarded. With deep sorrow in my heart, I remember the thousands of Hungarian Jews, and all those fellow human beings, who fell victim to the inhuman Nazi dictatorship in this region. The lives that were destroyed cannot be forgotten, nor can they ever be replaced.
Announcement from Sándor Palace
Sándor Palace issues the following statement in connection with Government Decree 15/2026. (II. 3.) on municipal solidarity contributions due to the spread of misinformation regarding the constitutional role of the President of Hungary:
A statement widely circulated in the press claimed to offer a professional recommendation, arguing that “in the matter of the government decree, the President of Hungary, as guardian of the constitutional order, should have acted and referred the issue to the Constitutional Court”.
Press release from Sándor Palace
President of Hungary Dr. Tamás Sulyok will attend the opening ceremony of the 25th Winter Olympic Games in Milan.
Accompanied by First Lady Zsuzsanna Nagy, the Head of State will attend the opening ceremony at the invitation of the Olympic Movement, watch sporting events of Hungarian interest, visit the Olympic Village in Milan, and meet with the Hungarian team's competitors and supporting staff.
Fifteen Hungarian athletes represent our country at the Milan–Cortina Games.
Statement from Sándor Palace
The President of Hungary hosted Chile's President-Elect, elected in December, at Sándor Palace.
During the meeting, Dr. Tamás Sulyok praised the 101 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries. He emphasised that despite the geographical distance between Hungary and Chile, the two countries are connected by fundamental values rooted in their shared Christian heritage, such as the protection of family and its central role in society.
The President of Hungary at the 130th Anniversary Gala of the Hungarian Olympic Committee
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, greeted the Olympic community celebrating the 130th anniversary of the Hungarian Olympic Committee at the Museum of Fine Arts.
In his speech, the Head of State stated: "For us Hungarians, sport is a real community-building force, as knowledge, enthusiasm and passion are passed on from generation to generation”.
According to the President, the founding of the Hungarian Olympic Committee 130 years ago created a national resource that has given and continues to give Hungarian sport a strong foundation and sense of confidence.
According to President Sulyok, the Szeged Cathedral and Dome Square represent a special value in the life and thought of the nation
At the unveiling of the stele marking the declaration of the Szeged Cathedral and the square as a national memorial on the 150th anniversary of the birth of Kuno Klebelsberg, Dr. Tamás Sulyok stated that "The sky-high Cathedral and the huge square have grown dear to our hearts, the hearts of the people of Szeged." The square embodies sacredness, science and culture all at once. The height of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Hungary commands respect.
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, visited the Laser Research Centre in Szeged
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, Head of State, speaking at an event organised by the Research Students Movement, of which he is the patron, told young people visiting the ELI-ALPS Laser Research Centre in Szeged that "the Szeged Research Centre is the driving force behind the development of laser technology".
"The future is born here," emphasised Dr. Tamás Sulyok, adding that Hungary is proud that ELI-ALPS operates in our country and that scientists from many countries around the world come here to conduct their research projects.
"Every Hungarian feels with you and stands with you" – interview with Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, by Kárpátalja
As Advent 2025 drew to a close, Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, addressed the Hungarian community in Transcarpathia, as he gave an exclusive interview to Karolina Darcsi, Editor-in-Chief of the weekly newspaper Kárpátalja, and Mihály K. Debreceni, Editor-in-Chief of TV21 Ungvár and correspondent for Hungary’s public media in Transcarpathia. The conversation touched on the urgent need for peace, Hungary's assistance, the case of József Sebestyén, and the superhuman work of Hungarian interest groups in Transcarpathia.
Exclusive interview with Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, for Tények
- Mr. President, thank you for receiving us. On behalf of TV2, we consider it a great honour that you are giving your first major television interview to us.
Thank you for having me on your show, and a warm welcome to our viewers.
My meetings in Békés were highly rewarding - Interview with Katalin Novák
I found my meetings in Békés very rewarding, and I trust that I was not the only one who felt this way - said Katalin Novák, President of Hungary, in an interview with our newspaper - the Békés Megyei Hírlap - about the three days she spent in our county at the end of January. During our conversation, we discussed how to motivate young people to settle in the region, spoke about the war in Ukraine and this year's elections, and why she declared 2024 the Year of Getting Active.
Appointment to the position of State Secretary at Sándor Palace
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, on the proposal of the Prime Minister, appointed
- Imre Hubai as State Secretary at the Ministry of Agriculture with effect from 7 April 2025,
- Dr József Viski as State Secretary at the Ministry of Agriculture with effect from 7 April 2025,
- Kornél Kisgergely as State Secretary at the Ministry of National Economy with effect from 1 May 2025.
At the ceremony at Sándor Palace, the Head of State wished the new State Secretaries every success in their new endeavours.
A strong Central Europe is in the interest of the whole continent – 3SI Summit in Warsawban
At the Three Seas Initiative Summit in Warsaw, President Tamás Sulyok stressed that Central Europe is - not only geographically but also strategically – the bridge of unity and stability that links the East and the West, and Hungary has a key role to play in this.
In his speech at the Business Forum, he underlined Hungary's commitment to regional cooperation and innovation. He pointed out that Hungary joined the initiative's Innovation Fund as early on as in autumn 2024, and has supported the development of market-based, sustainable infrastructure ever since.
Appointment and confirmation ceremony at Sándor Palace
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, appointed Zoltán Kurali as Vice President of the National Bank of Hungary, on the proposal of the Prime Minister.
After the confirmation ceremony at Sándor Palace, the Head of State wished the new Vice President of the National Bank well in his endeavours.
"Jesus is the gate that leads us into the world" – Letter of condolence by Tamás Sulyok to the Vatican
His Eminence Cardinal Kevin Farrell
"Jesus is the gate that leads us into the world: he invites us to go out and meet our brothers and sisters."
(Pope Francis, Budapest, 30 April 2023)
Your Eminence,
Pope Francis had an impact on the whole world. He was noticed not only by Catholics, not only by Christians. He spoke the language of the people, in a way that everyone could understand. And many people understood. He spoke to us Hungarians many times, for which we remember him with gratitude.
Students of the National University of Public Service at Sándor Palace
The first-year students of International Administration at the National University of Public Service were introduced to the work of the Office of the President of Hungary as part of their constitutional law internship.
In addition to a tour of the historic rooms of Sándor Palace, the young people heard presentations on law and constitutionalism, and were also introduced to the basics of diplomacy and protocol by the institution's unit heads.
Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, attended the 17th Hungarian Lawyers' Assembly
The 17th Hungarian Lawyers' Assembly is a professional event of the Hungarian Lawyers' Association, where participants can listen to lectures by the most prominent representatives of the Hungarian legal scene.
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, delivered his speech at the morning plenary session of the event.
The great scientists of the present and the promises of the future - Talent Day in Szeged
Hungary has made an enormous contribution to the scientific heritage of mankind, said Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, at the Talent Day hosted in Szeged by the National Academy for the Education of Scientists, operated by the National Medical Biological Foundation, where students and their teachers can meet Nobel Prize-winning scientists and renowned researchers.
The Head of State received judges of the European Court of Human Rights and representatives of the Central European Academy (CEA)
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, the President of Hungary, received Dr. Péter Paczolay, former President of the Constitutional Court, Hungarian member of the European Court of Human Rights, six of his fellow judges, and the leaders and professors of the Central European Academy (CEA) at Sándor Palace.
Appointments to the rank of general at Sándor Palace
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, the President of Hungary, on the proposal of the Minister in charge of the Prime Minister's Office and with effect from 31 March 2025, appointed
• Colonel of National Security Gábor Bacsó to the rank of Brigadier General of National Security,
• Colonel of National Security András Tóth to the rank of Brigadier General of National Security.
The Head of State wished the generals well in their new roles.
Common values, common interests - Benjamin Netanyahu at Sándor Palace
President of Hungary Dr. Tamás Sulyok hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is on an official visit to Hungary, at Sándor Palace.
At the meeting between the Hungarian Head of State and the Israeli Prime Minister, the parties reviewed the state of bilateral relations, future opportunities and current international challenges.