AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEnergy Crisis & Heatwave Response: Hungary is easing emergency energy-saving steps as cooler weather reduces pressure on the grid, with PM Péter Magyar saying voluntary electricity cuts and some public-sector measures will end, while the highest heat alert is downgraded; still, the Danube drought remains a threat to Paks nuclear output. Agriculture Rescue: The government unveiled a HUF106bn drought and heatwave aid package for farmers, including advance payments and EU crisis-fund support. Danube at Record Lows: Low river levels continue to disrupt transport and power across the region, with Hungary’s nuclear situation still tied to Danube cooling. EU R&D Funding: Eurostat reports EU government R&D allocations rose over 60% in a decade to €130.2bn in 2025, with Hungary far below the EU average per person. Budapest Culture: Budapest Festival Orchestra will hold a free open-air concert at Heroes’ Square on Sept 12 to kick off the autumn season. Politics & Justice: Media reports say former foreign minister Péter Szijjártó could face up to three years in prison over an alleged bribe.
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