Speech by Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, on the occasion of the inaugural session of the new National Assembly
Honourable Members of the National Assembly!
Dear Compatriots!
For a thousand years, we have lived as a nation with its own state. For a thousand years, our nation has been determined - and capable - of shaping its own life. As far as any community can, we have done everything in our power to take our fate into our own hands. We have done so both in times of good fortune and in times of hardship; sometimes with success, sometimes with setbacks. Yet we have never relinquished our right to make our own decisions.
Speech by Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, on the occasion of the inaugural session of the new National Assembly
Honourable Members of the National Assembly!
Dear Compatriots!
For a thousand years, we have lived as a nation with its own state. For a thousand years, our nation has been determined - and capable - of shaping its own life. As far as any community can, we have done everything in our power to take our fate into our own hands. We have done so both in times of good fortune and in times of hardship; sometimes with success, sometimes with setbacks. Yet we have never relinquished our right to make our own decisions.
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.
Statement by the Sándor Palace on certain current issues concerning the constitutional duties of the President of the Republic
The President of the Republic – true to his oath of office – performs his duties in accordance with the Fundamental Law currently in force, as do the members of the Government and the National Assembly.
In the wake of the parliamentary elections on April 12, statements made by the ruling party and the prime minister have made it clear that a new political demand has been formulated to redefine the role of the president of the republic.
Statement from Sándor Palace regarding the documents relating to the decision known as the “pardon case”
The President of Hungary has fully supported the investigation into the pardon decision, known as the “pardon case” and referenced under KEH/2787-6/2023, from the outset. As stated in Sándor Palace’s statement of 19 May 2026, the President is prepared to cooperate with the Government to ensure that the public receives an accurate picture of the case, a matter which sparked widespread public outrage.
Statement from Sándor Palace
Sándor Palace announced the publication of the documents relating to the former President’s decision in the so-called “pardon case” (KEH/2787-6/2023). In accordance with the Prime Minister’s initiative and in view of the significant public interest, the documents will be made public. Upon official request, Sándor Palace will also, in accordance with the law, hand over to the Government’s representative the documents available at the Office of Sándor Palace.
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.
“Neither democracy nor the rule of law can be based on threats.” – Interview with Dr. Tamás Sulyok in the German political science journal ’Cicero’
Mr. President, do you feel at home in your role as the Hungarian Head of State?
To be President of Hungary, to serve and represent every Hungarian citizen, is a tremendous honour – perhaps the greatest any Hungarian can receive. It is a responsible and undoubtedly very rewarding role, though naturally one that comes with its own challenges.
"Even the appearance of solutions that do not respect the rule of law must be avoided" - Interview with Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary
Have you ever regretted a decision you made?
I cannot recall any decision that I have regretted. At most, such things may have occurred in minor, everyday matters. The past becomes part of life. I generally focus more on the present than the past, and I am shaping the future through my plans.
In one of your first interviews as head of state, you said you didn’t hesitate for long when you were asked to become President of Hungary. Have you not regretted your decision?
"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.
Speaker of the Parliament of Georgia at Sándor Palace
President of Hungary Dr. Tamás Sulyok received Shalva Papuashvili, Speaker of the Georgian Parliament, and his delegation at Sándor Palace.
Holocaust Memorial Day in Auschwitz
80 years ago, the Auschwitz concentration and extermination camp was liberated, ending one of the darkest, most inhumane and murderous periods in world history.
President Tamás Sulyok, together with leaders from more than 50 countries, including German President Steinmeier, French President Macron, Polish President Duda and Slovak President Pellegrini, paid tribute to the victims.
The Hungarian Head of State said, "I wish that this commemorative event will become a lasting symbol of hope and peace”.
Speech by Dr. Tamás Sulyok on the 35th anniversary of the establishment of the Constitutional Court
Dear Mr Speaker!
Dear Mr President!
Ladies and Gentlemen!
I would like to welcome you all warmly and respectfully to this conference on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the founding of the Constitutional Court. It was a pleasure to come to this event, with many fond memories, to welcome you and to share some of my thoughts about the extraordinary institution of which I myself was a member and then President.
Welcome speech by dr Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary on the occasion of the New Year reception of the Heads of Mission serving in Hungary
„Virtue, which mortals win only through great suffering,
is the most beautiful reward of life.”
Dear Excellencies!
Dear Ministers of State!
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen!
I would like to extend my warm and sincere welcome to all of you by quoting the opening lines of the Hymn to Virtue by Aristotle, one of the most influential thinkers of antiquity.
The President of Hungary hosted the heads of the diplomatic corps
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, hosted the heads of the diplomatic corps serving in Hungary at the Vigadó Concert Hall.
The participants of the traditional New Year's gathering build a bridge between their countries and Hungary through their work.
The President of Hungary wished for the ambassadors to continue their fruitful and mutually beneficial cooperation with Hungary.
Letters of credence ceremony at Sándor Palace
President Tamás Sulyok received the letters of credence of five new ambassadors accredited to Hungary.
Following the ceremonial handover of their letters of credence,
- His Excellency Jaume Serra Serra, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Principality of Andorra,
- His Excellency Ahmed Fahmy Abdelgayed Shahin, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Arab Republic of Egypt,
- His Excellency Tareq Abdullah M. AlFaraj, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Kuwait,
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, acts as the patron of the Athlete of the Year Gala 2024
As the Chief Patron of the Athlete of the Year Gala 2024, the President of Hungary presented the Lifetime Achievement Award to László Bölöni, who was a true legened as a Hungarian footballer in Romania in the 1970s and 1980s, and later during his coaching career discovered young players such as 16-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo.
In his speech, the Head of State praised the fantastic achievements and successes of Hungary’s athletes and para-athletes, congratulating all the participants.
Presidential visit to Transylvania
During his visit to Transylvania, Dr. Tamás Sulyok met with Sándor Tamás, President of Covasna County Council and Árpád Antal, Mayor of Sepsiszentgyörgy.
Following the meeting, Dr. Bálint Puskás, former Hungarian Constitutional Judge of Romania, former Senator, Knight of Malta, was escorted to his final resting place.
This is how the Head of State bid farewell to his former colleague: Farewell my friend, you will always be remembered!
Christmas message from Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary
Dear Fellow Citizens!
Hungarians in the Carpathian Basin and around the world!
It has become customary for the President of Hungary to deliver their message to the nation on the first day of the year. My constitutional duties, rights and obligations are well defined in the Fundamental Law. Fortunately for me, however, they do not cover every situation, so there are some things in which I can also enjoy freedom.
Appointments to the position of State Secretary at Sándor Palace
Dr. Tamás Sulyok - on the proposal of the Prime Minister
- appointed Dr. Judit Bertalan Czunyiné as State Secretary of the Ministry of Public Administration and Regional Development
with effect from 1 January 2025,
- appointed Bence Gerlaki as State Secretary of the Ministry of National Economy with effect from 1 January 2025.
Following the swearing-in ceremony at Sándor Palace, the Head of State wished the new State Secretaries good endeavours and much success.