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.
Appointments as Military General
Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, upon the proposal of Sándor Pintér, Minister of the Interior, appointed Police Colonel József Seres, Deputy Director-General of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing and Police Colonel Balázs Dékány, Chief Commissioner of the Veszprém County Police Headquarters, to the rank of Police Brigadier General, effective 24 April 2024, and Firefighter Colonel Tibor József Huszár, Director of the Bács-Kiskun County Disaster Management Directorate, to the rank of Firefighter Brigadier General, effective 4 May 2024.
Tamás Sulyok congratulated Nobel Laureate Katalin Karikó in Szeged
President Tamás Sulyok congratulated Katalin Karikó at a gala dinner held in honour of the Nobel laureate professor at the University of Szeged.
The head of State emphasized that both of them consider the University of Szeged as their alma mater, and they proudly apply all the knowledge they acquired during their university years for the benefit of Hungary and the world.
The President thanked Katalin Karikó for her dedicated work.
Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, delivered a speech on the Memorial Day for the Victims of the Hungarian Holocaust
Esteemed Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen!
It is challenging to recall the past on the Memorial Day of the Victims of Hungarian Holocaust.
The Hungarian Head of State also congratulated Gyula Bodrogi on his 90th birthday
President Tamás Sulyok personally congratulated Gyula Bodrogi on his 90th birthday at the National Theatre.
The Actor of the Nation has been on stage for 70 years, with 199 stage roles, and more than 100 films and TV plays to his credit. Generations have grown up with Süsü's adventures, and even the youngest recognize his distinctive voice-over.
State Secretary Appointment at Sándor Palace
On 13 April 2024, President Tamás Sulyok appointed Boglárka Illés as State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade on a proposal by the Prime Minister.
The President congratulated and wished the new State Secretary well in her work.
Presidential consultative meeting with Energy Minister Csaba Lantos
President Tamás Sulyok and Minister Csaba Lantos reviewed the issues of Hungarian energy sovereignty.
The discussion focused on ensuring that the country's energy needs are met in a way corresponding to the country’s environmental situation, the growing role of renewable resources and nuclear power plants as a key to sustainable energy supply. It was agreed that the sovereignty of Hungary depends on the energy sector as well.
A meeting of friends at Sándor Palace
Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, received Koen Lenaerts, President of the Court of Justice of the European Union.
The Belgian lawyer, considered one of the most influential individuals in Europe, and the President of Hungary, are connected by a bond of friendship, which was reaffirmed by the recent informal meeting.
Among other things, the discussion covered the legal interpretation methods employed by the Court of Justice of the European Union.
Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, at the Three Seas Initiative Summit
Every year, the Three Seas Initiative (TSI) summit and business forum is organised with the participation of 13 countries (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, Austria, Croatia, Romania, Greece, Bulgaria, Poland, Slovenia, Austria, Croatia and Bulgaria), situated between the Baltic, Black and Adriatic Seas.
Recognition for promoting the life's work of Franz Liszt in Lithuania
Lithuanian pianist Mūza Rubackytė has been committed to promoting the oeuvre of Franz Liszt in the Baltic state for decades, and is the founder of LISZTuania, the Lithuanian Liszt Society. For her activities, Tamás Sulyok awarded her the Knight's Cross of the Hungarian Order of Merit.
The President of Hungary congratulated Mūza Rubackytė on the recognition.
The President of Hungary welcomed a former colleague from the Constitutional Court
Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, welcomed László Salamon, Deputy President of the Constitutional Court, to Sándor Palace.
During the meeting, they agreed that all powers must only be interpreted within the confines of the law, and thus the cornerstone, framework and yardstick of their work is and remains the Fundamental Law.