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.
The President of Portugal is also joining the Network of Family-Friendly Presidents – Katalin Novák on state visit to Portugal
The Russian-Ukrainian war, achieving a peace agreement between the two sides as soon as possible, demographic issues and the strengthening of the defence and the volunteer reserve forces were among the topics of the meeting between President of Hungary Katalin Novák and President of Portugal Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa in Lisbon on Thursday.
Katalin Novák: the most important goal is peace
Of all our priorities, peace must come first – stressed President of Hungary Katalin Novák in Warsaw on Wednesday, at the summit of the Bucharest Nine, i.e. the Eastern-European members of NATO.
She underlined: the recent history of our region reminds us of the need to focus our attention on creating and preserving peace. She added: once we have created peace, we must contribute to reconstructing Ukraine as a democratic and prosperous country.
The Prime Minister of Poland received Katalin Novák in Warsaw
President of Hungary Katalin Novák and Prime Minster of Poland Mateusz Morawiecki stressed the importance of Polish-Hungarian friendship. The President and the Prime Minister met at Lazienki Palace on Wednesday, ahead of the summit of the Bucharest Nine (B9) including the Central- and Eastern European members of NATO.
Head of State diplomacy in Bahrain
Our economic cooperation must be strengthened and peace in Ukraine is needed as soon as possible – said Katalin Novák during her visit to Bahrain.
During her visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain on Thursday, President of Hungary Katalin Novák emphasised the importance of strengthening energy and economic cooperation. Katalin Novák was also received by King of Bahrain Sheikh Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, with whom they agreed that peace in Ukraine is urgently needed.
Appointments of state secretaries and rectors at Sándor Palace
President of Hungary Katalin Novák handed over appointments as state secretary and rector at Sándor Palace.
Magdolna Závogyán continues to work as State Secretary at the Ministry of Culture and Innovation, and Zsolt V. Németh as State Secretary at the Ministry of Energy.
The President of Hungary entrusted Associate Professor Dr. György Szabó with the duties of the Rector of the University of Nyíregyháza.
Hungarian rescue team participants welcomed at Sándor Palace
President of Hungary Katalin Novák welcomed the members of the Hungarian search and rescue teams participating in the relief operations after the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria in a ceremony at Sándor Palace on Tuesday.
Katalin Novák: relations with the countries of Central Asia are of key importance to Hungary
Relations with the countries of Central Asia are of key importance to Hungary. Hungary is a committed member of the Euro-Atlantic Alliance, but it is important for Hungary to also establish friendly relations with countries in the East, including those in Central Asia. – said President of Hungary Katalin Novák during her press meeting with President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov at Sándor Palace in Budapest on Monday.
There is no Hungarian future without Europe – interview with Katalin Novák in portfolio.hu
There is no Hungarian future without Europe, as there is no European future without Hungary – President of Hungary Katalin Novák emphasized in an interview to Portfolió on Saturday.
"We are an independent, sovereign, grown-up nation, with values and interests " – the Head of State said.
Katalin Novák expressed her condolences to the relatives of the Syrian victims of the earthquake
In her Facebook-post on Friday, the Hungarian Head of State emphasized that in addition to the President of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdogan, she also expressed her condolences to Syria’s church leaders following the earthquake that has already claimed more than 20,000 lives.
The President of Hungary conveyed the condolences of Hungary and the Hungarians to the church leaders in a letter.
Katalin Novák praised on social media the work of Hungarian volunteer rescue teams, who saved the lives of several people following the disaster.
Katalin Novák: in the shadow of the war, less attention is paid to illegal migration
In the shadow of the war, less attention is paid to illegal migration – said President of Hungary Katalin Novák at her press meeting with President of North Macedonia Stevo Pendarovski in Skopje on Monday.
Katalin Novák noted that for Hungary, good relations with North Macedonia are a priority, as the EU integration of the Western Balkans is in the interest of the whole of Europe. During their meeting on Monday, Katalin Novák and Stevo Pendarovski discussed five key topics.