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.
Appointments and promotions to the rank of general at Sándor Palace
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, the President of Hungary, on a proposal by the Minister of Defence,
with effect from 20 August 2024
• promoted Brigadier General István László Antal to the rank of Major General,
• appointed Colonel Ferenc Solymosi to the rank of Brigadier General,
• appointed Colonel Dr. Tamás Bali to the rank of Brigadier General.
Welcome address by Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, at the presentation ceremony of the Order of St. Stephen of Hungary
"In science ... triumph depends not on the multitude of armies, but on individual heroes, and we need such heroes to conquer a land for us Hungarians in the world of science."
Honourable Mr Speaker!
Honourable Mr. President Áder!
Honourable Prime Minister!
Honourable Ministers!
Distinguished Honouree!
Ladies and Gentlemen!
Nobel Prize-winning physicist Ferenc Krausz awarded the Order of St Stephen of Hungary
On the Feast of our founding king, Dr. Tamás Sulyok, the President of Hungary, presented the Order of St. Stephen of Hungary to Nobel Prize-winning physicist Ferenc Krausz at Sándor Palace.
In his laudation, the President of Hungary said, "We know many Hungarians who have been elevated by their knowledge, talent and diligence. Their creations and inventions have made them important for our country and for many others. Yet, only a very few could reach the highest heights."
Speech by Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, on the 35th anniversary of the Pan-European Picnic
Honourable President Steinmeier!
Dear Commemorators!
Ladies and Gentlemen!
Today, it is hard to imagine that it is an extraordinary and courageous act for a group of people to sit down together for a good traditional bacon grilling.
Germany and Hungary's relationship is important – State visit in Sopron
The relationship between Germany and Hungary is of utmost importance from both an alliance and strategic point of view, said Hungarian Head of State Dr. Tamás Sulyok in Sopron, after a meeting with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at the town hall on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the Pan-European Picnic.
Dr. Tamás Sulyok at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony
Dr Tamás Sulyok attended the opening ceremony of the XXXIII Summer Olympic Games in Paris.
On 25 July, the Head of State met with Zsolt Gyulay, President of the Hungarian Olympic Committee, in Paris, and then attended a reception hosted by the International Olympic Committee at the Louvre.
On his social media page, Dr. Tamás Sulyok said: Our athletes are legendary all over the world, thus we have confidence in their Olympic successes. We can confidently say that we have a prominent place on the world sporting map."
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.
Meeting of the Heads of State of Slovakia and Hungary – Various potential improvements to strengthen the strategic partnership were reviewed
The President of Hungary, Dr. Tamás Sulyok, received Slovak President Peter Pellegrini with military honours at Kossuth Square.
Slovakia is a partner of key importance for our country, both regionally and in the European Union, the President of Hungary said.
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, welcomed students participating in the Rákóczi Association’s Diaspora Programme
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, hosted about 50 Israeli students of the Rákóczi Association camping in Hungary, with whom the President had a casual conversation while showing them around in Sándor Palace.
The aim is to achieve energy sovereignty for Hungary
The President of Hungary met with Fatih Birol, Executive Director of the International Energy Agency.
At the meeting, Dr. Tamás Sulyok highlighted that one of the priorities of the Hungarian EU Presidency is to improve the EU's competitiveness.