Address by Dr András Baka, President of Hungary, at the opening ceremony of the 9th International Congress of Hungarian Studies
Distinguished Congress, Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is my great pleasure to welcome you all to the opening of the IX International Congress of Hungarian Studies. Throughout the several decades of the congress’s history, it has become a cherished tradition for the incumbent President of Hungary to serve as patron of this prestigious academic event. At the beginning of my term of office, I am honoured to continue this tradition, thereby also expressing the Hungarian State’s appreciation for the international community of Hungarian studies.
Speech by Dr András Baka, President of Hungary, on 20 August 2026 on M1 Public Television
My fellow Hungarians,
On 20 August, we commemorate the founding of the Hungarian state by Saint Stephen - a recognition that a country’s future is shaped not only by its leaders, but also by strong, enduring institutions.
Today, we too must build such institutions: institutions that serve not the powers of the day, but the citizens of our country. For the quality of a state is ultimately reflected in how well the institutions function that its citizens encounter in their everyday lives.
Public service media is one such institution.
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.
Statement from Sándor Palace
András Baka, President of Hungary, received Dr István Lajtár, Deputy Prosecutor General, at the Presidential Palace.
The meeting was initiated by the Head of State, as the term of office of Prosecutor General Dr Gábor Bálint Nagy comes to an end today following his resignation. The President of Hungary shall nominate a candidate for the position of Prosecutor General to the National Assembly.
Statement from Sándor Palace - Dr András Baka takes office as President of Hungary
President of Hungary Dr Andras Baka took office on 19 August 2026.
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.
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.
Presentation of ambassadorial credentials and letters by the Head of State at Sándor Palace
President of Hungary Katalin Novák handed over the credentials to several Hungarian ambassadors accredited abroad.
According to the official documents, the following individuals will head Hungary’s dipolomatic missions in their designated post:
- Dr. Zita Ilona Bencsik in Minsk,
- Zoltán Szentgyörgyi in Tel-Aviv,
- András Szabó in Kuwait City,
- József Rózsa in Tashkent,
- Béla Bozsik in Pristina,
- Dr. Miklós Tamás Halmai in Brasília,
- Dr. Lóránd Endreffy in Abuja
Katalin Novák received the credentials of the new Australian and Irish ambassadors
President of Hungary Katalin Novák received credentials from the diplomatic representatives of two foreign countries at Sándor Palace.
With the ceremony, Ian David Grainge Biggs has become Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Commonwealth of Australia and Ragnar Almquist Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ireland, and now they can also officially begin their country's diplomatic representation in Budapest and Hungary.
Hungary to host the Three Seas Initiative meeting in 2025
Hungary will host the 2025 Three Seas Initiative Summit and Business Forum, President of Hungary Katalin Novák announced in Bucharest.
Speaking at the summit of the Three Seas Initiative (3SI), the Head of State said that economic cooperation in the region is important even in the shadow of the war in Ukraine, and welcomed the joint declaration and its statements on Ukraine.
Presentation of appointments as university professor at Sándor Palace
President Katalin Novák handed over the appointment of 123 new university professors at Sándor Palace.
The scientific and teaching activities of the new professors are a source of pride for the whole nation.
Katalin Novák at the Conference of Heads of Hungarian Diplomatic Missions: Hungary is a good ally
President of Hungary Katalin Novák gave a presentation to ambassadors of Hungary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The Head of State summarised her diplomatic views and ideas in five points:
1. Hungary has always been and will always be a good ally. An ally that can be counted on even when times are rough. A country prepared to take risks for its allies and never breaking its word. An ally who is firm: Hungary speaks its mind, and can be counted on to do what it says and say what it means.
School inauguration and school-year opening ceremony in Szigetszentmiklós
A good school can only be complete with the harmonious trio of teacher-parent-child, said President Katalin Novák at the inauguration and school opening ceremony of the Temesvári Utca Primary School in Szigetszentmiklós.
The Head of State added that "we can be thankful that the new school year can start in peace, parents are free to raise their children, there are committed educators, schools are improving and our children are gaining more and more knowledge".
Announcement from Sándor Palace on the international keynote speakers of the Budapest Demographic Summit
The Budapest Demographic Summit, the largest international forum of pro-family forces, will take place in Budapest on 14-15 September this year.
Giorgia Meloni will be one of the keynote speakers at the Budapest Demographic Summit
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will be one of the keynote speakers at the fifth edition of the international conference, which will take place from 14 to 16 September.
The Budapest Demographic Summit, one of Hungary's largest conferences, is a major meeting point for international pro-family forces, providing an opportunity for participants to reflect together on the importance of the family and how to reverse the negative demographic trends.
Bloody reality has come knocking - Index.hu interview with Katalin Novák
"It would be important to think about issues that are crucial for our future: about families, the future of children, or education, ina way free from the excesses of political campaigns" the President of Hungary told Index. In an interview at the Blue Salon of Sándor Palace, Katalin Novák said she was curious to see what the next step would be in the area of home ownership. The Head of State also spoke about what she experienced during her visit to Kyiv, the promises she received from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and what Pope Francis asked her to do.