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2016. 06. 06.

What about Schengen 2.0?

What about Schengen 2.0?

2016. 05. 03.

As the inclement weather eases and migrants prepare themselves to embark, large stretches of the EU’s external borders remain no more secure than before and a political stalemate threatens any effective response. [Blog post by András Gyürk]

Hungary’s Constitution, the Fundamental Law, Turns Five

Hungary’s Constitution, the Fundamental Law, Turns Five

2016. 04. 28.

On Monday, the Hungarian Parliament celebrated the five-year anniversary of the passage of Hungary’s first democratic constitution, the Fundamental Law. It has become an example to Member States and EU institutions about how to work together proactively and efficiently, and has weathered more than its fair share of political storms. But that’s not the only European aspect we are pleased to celebrate. [Blog post by MEP József Szájer, chair of the constitutional drafting committee]

Failing to take tough decisions

Failing to take tough decisions

2016. 04. 12.

After the terrorist attacks in Paris, France activated its highest state of alert. President François Hollande, a Socialist, summoned his cabinet and then joined the mourners. Thousands of police were activated but the national dragnet missed the perpetrators. No one resigned from the cabinet, police or intelligence services in the aftermath. [Blog post by András Gyürk]

Latest from the Eastern Front – MEP Bocskor on Ukraine

Latest from the Eastern Front – MEP Bocskor on Ukraine

2016. 03. 31.

Hungarian MEP Andrea Bocskor from Subcarpathia elaborates on the latest developments in Ukraine and the European reactions.

The Reason Behind Hungary’s Migrant Resettlement Referendum

The Reason Behind Hungary’s Migrant Resettlement Referendum

2016. 03. 16.

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced February 24 that Hungary will hold a referendum on mandatory migrant resettlement quotas. [Blog post by András Gyürk]

Taboos are sinking Europe

Taboos are sinking Europe

2016. 01. 27.

The attacks against women that took place on New Year’s Eve at the Cologne Central Station – and, as it turned out, also in other cities around Europe – sent a shock through Europe in more than one way. Mass sexual harassment, arrogant migrant perpetrators, an arrogant mayor blaming the victims, a (self?) censoring media. These are symptoms of Europe failing because it refuses to face reality. Fixing Europe starts with dropping taboos. [Blog post]

Hungarian Film Wins First-Ever Golden Globe Award

Hungarian Film Wins First-Ever Golden Globe Award

2016. 01. 15.

On Sunday, for the first time in history, a Hungarian production was named best foreign film at the Golden Globe Awards. Son of Saul also took the Grand Prix at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival and is on the short list for the 88th Academy Awards. [Blog post by Andrea Bocskor]

Fidesz Congress Issues Declaration on Europe: “We Need a Strong Europe”

Fidesz Congress Issues Declaration on Europe: “We Need a Strong Europe”

2015. 12. 14.

“The time has come for speech, which is open and frank,” begins the declaration issued by the delegates attending the Fidesz party congress on Sunday, where Viktor Orbán was re-elected as president and Ildiko Gáll-Pelcz, member of the European Parliament, was re-elected as a vice-president.

After Paris, Security is the First Priority

After Paris, Security is the First Priority

2015. 11. 26.

After such a tragedy, the first words are often about shock and sorrow for the victims. Inevitably, what soon follows is a discussion about what should be done to prevent it from happening again. [Blog post by András Gyürk]