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.
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.
Sándor Palace Open Doors - 26 April 2025
As part of the Open Doors programme, Sándor will reopen to the public on Saturday, 26 April 2025.
Visits to Sándor Palace are free of charge, but prior registration is required.
For details on how to register for the Sándor Palace - Open Doors programme and how to apply, click HERE.
Deadline for applications: midnight 6 April 2025 (Sunday)!
Application address: nyitottkapuk@sandorpalota.hu
Ambassadorial credentials ceremony at Sándor Palace
President Tamás Sulyok today received the letters of credence of four new ambassadors accredited to Hungary.
Following a solemn diplomatic event at Sándor Palace
- his Excellency Augusto Artur António da Silva, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Guinea-Bissau,
- his Excellency Hassani Iddi Mwamweta, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Republic of Tanzania,
- her Excellency Helga Hauksdóttir, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Iceland,
Hungarian talent is boundless – 16th Carpathian Basin Talent Day
Hungarian talent mentorship is a form of nation-building, and Hungarian talent knows no bounds - President of Hungary Tamás Sulyok stressed at the 16th Carpathian Basin Talent Day in Budapest.
The Head of State stressed that the Association of Hungarian Talent Support Organisations (Matehetsz) also saw the need to place Hungarian talent support on a national basis, not separating Hungarian from Hungarian, talent from talent.
State Secretary appointment ceremony at Sándor Palace
On the proposal of the Prime Minister, Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, appointed Dr. Károly Balázs Solymár as State Secretary of the Ministry of Energy with effect from 15 March 2025.
Following the ceremony at Sándor Palace, the Head of State wished the State Secretary good endeavours and much success.