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.
Katalin Novák expressed her condolences to the families of the victims of the earthquake in Türkiye
President of Hungary Katalin Novák expressed her condolences to the families of the victims affected by the earthquake in Türkiye – Sándor Palace informed MTI on Monday.
According to the information, in her letter to President of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Katalin Novák expressed her condolences to the relatives of the victims and to the Turkish people.
Sandor Palace also informed MTI of Hungary’s offer of immediate assistance in the rescue operations.
Katalin Novák: the Russian-Ukrainian war must be brought to an end as soon as possible
The Russian-Ukrainian war must be brought to an end as soon as possible, the most important goal is peace – said President of Hungary Katalin Novák at her press meeting with President of Bulgaria Rumen Radev in Sofia on Thursday.
Katalin Novák recalled: the Russian-Ukrainian war in the neighbourhood of the two countries has been raging for almost a year, and there is no sign of peace. The aim is to achieve peace as soon as possible, and to prevent the war from escalating and military pressure from increasing.
Katalin Novák met with Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni in Rome
Illegal immigration, support for traditional family values, the distribution of EU funds and the Western Balkans were the topics discussed at the meeting of President of Hungary Katalin Novák and Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni in Rome on Wednesday.
During their meeting, the politicians of the two allied countries discussed four topics – the Communications Directorate of Sándor Palace told MTI on Wednesday.
According to the information provided, the first topic was illegal migration, and both politicians agreed that it must be curbed.
Katalin Novák conducted talks with President of Italy Sergio Mattarella
The Russian-Ukrainian war was the main topic of the meeting between President of Hungary Katalin Novák and President of Italy Sergio Mattarella in Rome on Tuesday.
" We agreed that by starting the war, Putin crossed the Rubicon. Our shared goal is to stop the war and build peace as soon as possible." – says Katalin Novák’s Facebook post.
Katalin Novák: we need strong European leaders, joint strategic thinking and respect for each other
In her interview that appeared in the Italian daily Corriere della Sera on Tuesday, Katalin Novák stated that the goal in Ukraine is the earliest possible ceasefire. Speaking about Hungary’s EU membership, the President said that the country has honoured its commitments so far and will continue to do so.
Interview with Katalin Novák in the Italian daily newspaper Corriere della Sera
Almost a year has gone since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, Hungary is against sanctions on Russia and sending military aid to Kiev, but it does not veto EU decisions. What are Hungary’s goals and what does Budapest propose?
President of Hungary in Rome for talks
President of Hungary Katalin Novák is in Rome for talks with her Italian counterpart Sergio Mattarella and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and will meet with the President of the Senate and the President of the Chamber of Deputies – Sándor Palace told MTI on Tuesday.
The Hungarian Head of State travels to Rome at the invitation of Sergio Mattarella, where she will have a one-on-one as well as a plenary meeting with the Italian President.
President of Hungary Katalin Novák received the President of Azerbaijan on an official visit at Sándor Palace
President of Hungary Katalin Novák received President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev on an official visit at Sándor Palace – Sándor Palace told MTI on Monday.
At the meeting, Katalin Novák explained: in the economic and energy crisis caused by the Russian-Ukrainian war, strategic partners like Azerbaijan, with which we have excellent bilateral relations, become particularly important.
President Ilham Aliyev praised the Hungarian-Azeri relations and expressed hope that cooperation on energy may intensify between the two countries in the future.
Katalin Novák: Hungary is the best friend of Western Balkan countries
Hungary is the best friend of the countries in the Western Balkans – President Katalin Novák stressed at the international press conference held at Sándor Palace with Željka Cvijanović, the incumbent Chairperson of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Budapest on Monday.
Katalin Novák welcomed the fact that Bosnia and Herzegovina was granted candidate status for EU membership in December 2022. This process must not slow down or stop, she added.
The Chairperson of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina will visit Hungary at the invitation of Katalin Novák
On Monday, Chairperson of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina Željka Cvijanović is to visit Hungary at the invitation of President of Hungary Katalin Novák – the Communications Directorate of Sándor Palace told MTI.
President Katalin Novák will receive Željka Cvijanović with military honours at Kossuth square.
The incumbent Chairperson of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina will lay a wreath at Heroes’ Square, followed by talks with President of Hungary Katalin Novák.
After their meeting, they will hold an international press conference.