Speech by Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary at the 7th EU-AU Summit in Luanda
Thank you, Mr President, for giving me the floor.
Speech by Dr. Tamás Sulyok on the anniversary of the 1956 Revolution and War of Independence
My fellow countrymen!
Hungarians celebrating in the Carpathian Basin and around the world!
Sixty-nine years ago, people from the diverse community of Hungarians courageously took to the streets to celebrate freedom. Coming from different walks of life, social positions, and values, they set out together on the same path.
Being Hungarian is a value - a value that sustains – Address by the Head of State at the Opening of the Hungarian Standing Conference (MÁÉRT)
Honourable Chairman of the Committee,
Deputy Prime Minister, State Secretary,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I warmly and respectfully welcome all participants of the Hungarian Standing Conference and the Diaspora Council.
V4 Heads of State Summit convened by President Tamás Sulyok
Hungary, which currently holds the rotating presidency of the organisation, will host the Heads of State of the Visegrad Cooperation in Esztergom on Wednesday, 3 December 2025.
Hungary consistently and continuously advocates for close cooperation between the V4 countries, which is the basis for stability, security and strengthening in the region.
The Head of State is representing Hungary at the EU-Africa Summit in Luanda
Dr. Tamás Sulyok will represent Hungary at the European Union-African Union Summit in Luanda.
Starting 24 November 2025, the President of Hungary will represent Hungary at the 7th EU–Africa Summit in the Angolan capital.
The meeting of heads of state and government aims to establish and sustain regular, ongoing dialogue on the key issues and challenges facing the countries of the two continents, linked by a strategic partnership.
At the meeting, our country will be represented by the President of Hungary for the first time in 15 years.
Meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres at the Second World Summit for Social Development
The events of recent years in global politics and the increase in the number of armed conflicts have reinforced the importance of a strong, decisive and effective organisation, said Tamás Sulyok after meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres at the Second World Summit on Social Development. According to the President of Hungary, the 80-year history of the UN is proof that multilateral diplomacy is not just a noble idea, but one of the most important international means of achieving peace, security and prosperity.
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.
Diplomatic event hosted by Sándor Palace showcasing Hungarian folk art
First Lady of Hungary Zsuzsanna Nagy invited the spouses of the members of the Diplomatic Corps to a cultural programme.
After the First Lady’s welcome address delivered on the stage of the Hungarian Heritage House, the guests were treated to a performance by the Forrás Folk Dance Ensemble from Százhalombatta.
After the folk dance panorama presented by the ensemble, the young dancers invited the audience to join in the dancing.
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.
CNBC interview with Katalin Novák
That I'm here for the first time, I experienced that it is, let's say, a constructive chaos, what we experience here, and also what the traffic is concerned, it's very difficult to get from one place to the other, but I have to assure you that the Swiss trains are on time. I took the train and it worked perfectly.
I came, I got the train as well.
Open Days at Sándor Palace
Sándor Palace is organising an Open Day as part of the Cultural Heritage Days events.
The Palace is located at one of the most beautiful parts of Budapest, in the Buda Castle, next to the Royal Palace, at St. George Square. The former private palace of the Counts Sándor (1806), which served as the Prime Minister's residence from the 1867 Compromise until the end of World War II, is now home to the Office of the President of Hungary.
Field trip on the dams
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, visited the settlements most vulnerable to the Danube flooding, including Neszmély, Dunaalmás, Vác and Pilismarót, to learn about the details of the flood control measures.
As the Commander-in-Chief of the Hungarian Defence Forces, he paid special attention to the professional and reserve soldiers serving on the dams.
Prince and Grand Master of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta received by the President of Hungary
President of Hungary Dr. Tamás Sulyok received Fra' John Timothy Dunlap, Prince and Grand Master of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta, who arrived in Hungary on an official visit, with military honours at Kossuth Square.
Address by Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary on Christian Unity Day
"We must deliberately be united as one, and take the agonizing yet liberating step of reconciliation, opening ourselves to one another, so that the world may be convinced that we are truly living for God."
With respect and love, I welcome the citizens, leaders, the representatives of the local churches of Leányfalu, and everyone who has felt called upon to join this community in celebration!
Dr. Tamás Sulyok received the OECD Secretary General
Mathias Cormann, OECD Secretary General, is in Budapest on a working visit. He met with Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, at Sándor Palace.
Since 1996, Hungary has been a member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), which offers governments of member countries a global platform for exchanging experiences and works to find effective solutions to common challenges.
Promotion of generals
Dr. Tamás Sulyok - on the proposal of the Minister heading the Prime Minister's Office -
- promoted Brigadier General of National Security Dr. Anna Hatala to the rank of Major General of National Security with effect from 20 August 2024,
- promoted Brigadier General of National Security Dr. Csaba Kiss to the rank of Major General of National Security with effect from 20 August 2024,
- promoted Brigadier General of National Security Dr. Krisztián Oláh to the rank of Major General of National Security with effect from 20 August 2024.
Presentation of appointments as professor
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, the President of Hungary, on a proposal by the Minister of Culture and Innovation made in agreement with the maintainer,
Presentation of appointments as rector at Sándor Palace
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, the President of Hungary, on a proposal by the Minister of Culture and Innovation made in agreement with the maintainer,
Appointments to the position of state secretary
Dr. Tamás Sulyok. the President of Hungary - on a proposal by the Prime Minister
To us, they are all winners! - Dr. Tamás Sulyok at the Paralympics in Paris
President Sulyok met with the Hungarian Paralympic team and its leaders during the 2024 Summer Paralympic Games in Paris, and watched several events.
During the meeting, the Head of State stated that he not only follows and acknowledges, but also supports the work of the Hungarian Paralympic Committee and the efforts of the athletes to the fullest extent.
The President of Hungary said that the Committee, established 27 years ago, helps and provides opportunities to our fellow athletes who find themselves in hopeless situations.