Budapest Hotel Market Spotlight YE June 2025

Can Trump End the China-Hungary Friendship?

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has consistently backed Donald Trump. Yet, Trump’s return for a second term as the U.S. president poses an uncomfortable dilemma: follow Washington’s China policy or preserve Hungary’s “all-weather...

Hungary accelerates Paks-2 NPP construction amid attempts to disrupt it — Szijjarto

VIENNA, September 15. /TASS/. Budapest is accelerating the implementation of the Paks-2 NPP construction project amid attempts by external forces to prevent its implementation, Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Economic Relations...

Special Half Price: 'Neapolitan Pizza Night' Returns in Hungary

For the third year in a row, Hungary is hosting Neapolitan Pizza Night, a nationwide celebration of one of Italy’s most iconic dishes. On Friday 19 September, more than 50 pizzerias and restaurants across the country will serve authentic...

OUTLOOK: A Focus on the Global Landscape in Budapest

Each year, the landscape of non-wovens is discussed in the context of market growth trends, opportunities, sustainability initiatives, innovations, technological advancements, and regulatory updates across the diaper, wet wipe, femcare, and...

Hungary signs nuclear cooperation agreement with China

Hungary has signed an nuclear cooperation agreement agreement with the Chinese atomic energy agency, which represents a significant potential for cooperation in the fields of nuclear energy, safety, and innovation, Minister of Foreign Affairs and...

Hungary builds capacity through the first Geothermal Short Course in Budapest

Participants at the Geothermal Short Course organized by SARA/SZTFH in Budapest, Hungary (source: Ábel Markó) Organized by SARA, a Geothermal Short Course in Budapest contributed to geothermal education while highlighting Hungary's geothermal...

Hungarian universities see increase in number of international students

by Alimat Aliyeva Hungarian universities continue to grow in popularity among international students, steadily strengthening their position as attractive destinations for global education, Azernews reports. In the 2024/2025 academic year, more...

Flash News: Belarus Surprises by Hosting U.S. Türkiye and Hungary at Zapad 2025 War Games

On September 15, 2025, a development took place when Belarus welcomed U.S. military officers, alongside representatives from Türkiye and Hungary, to observe the ongoing Zapad-2025 joint exercises with Russia, as reported by Reuters. This...

Hungarian, Swedish PMs spar over Sweden’s teen girl criminals

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Monday attacked Sweden’s government over its handling of organised crime, claiming its authorities were not pursuing criminals who exploit minors, as he erroneously quoted an AFP article. “The Swedish...

Digging for Victory – Russia Competes in Hungary’s Grave Digging Competition

The eighteenth iteration of the Hungarian Association of Cemetery Operators and Servicers (MTFE) annual international grave-digging competition was held last weekend in the Hungarian city of Szekszárd, some 130 kilometers (80 miles) south of...

Major delays expected on the busiest Hungarian motorway to Austria as expansion works begin

Significant delays are expected on the M1 Hungarian motorway linking Budapest to Austria from Monday as construction begins to widen the road to six lanes. The project, covering the stretch between Budapest and Győr, is set to last several years....

Another famous Hollywood superstar spotted in Budapest!

Move over, Jason Momoa – another Hollywood superstar been spotted in the Hungarian capital. This time it’s Travis Fimmel, best known as Ragnar Lothbrok, the fearless Viking farmer, warrior and leader from hit series Vikings. Die-hard fans will...

Red-haired beauty crowned Miss Universe Hungary – photos

21-year-old Kincső Dezsényi has won the Miss Universe Hungary title and will go on to represent Hungary at the world final in Thailand. The Miss Universe Hungary 2025 final took place on 13 September, where the crown was awarded to Kincső...

Home price rise accelerates in Hungary after government program kicks off

Home prices in Hungary rose 14.7pc year-on-year in August, listings site Ingatlan.com said on Monday. In the capital, home prices climbed 21.3pc. In a month-on-month comparison, home prices edged up 1.1pc nationwide and increased 1.4pc in...

Mayor Karácsony: new Mercedes-Benz buses on the road to Budapest

The safety of passengers is not at risk in any way but the many technical problems are caused mainly by the age of Budapest’s public transport’s bus fleet, the city’s mayor said on Monday. Mayor Karácsony: old buses must be replaced Gergely...

The Porcelain of the Silk Road: Dehua White Porcelain exhibition opens in Budapest

The Chinese Cultural Center in Budapest hosted the grand opening of the exhibition “The Porcelain of the Silk Road” Dehua White Porcelain Dialogue of Civilizations – 2025 Hungary. Dehua White Porcelain exhibition in Hungary The event, on September...

Budapest Coffee Week: A Celebration of Cafés, Culture & Community

Coffee lovers in Hungary can look forward to an entire week dedicated to one of life’s essentials: good coffee. Budapest Coffee Week runs from 22–28 September 2025, bringing together more than 60 cafés, roasters, and baristas across the capital....

Global Icons Fade as Hungarian Artists Rule 2024 Music Charts in Hungary

Hungarian artists overwhelmingly dominated the country’s Spotify and YouTube charts in 2024, according to a new study released by the National Media and Infocommunications Authority (NMHH). The research shows that only five foreign performers made...

Trump Envoy Palladino Praises Hungary as ‘Civilizational Ally’

The first day of the 5th Geopolitical Summit in Budapest concluded with a forceful speech by US Chargé d’Affaires Robert Palladino, who framed Hungary as a vital partner in what he called the renewal of Western civilization. The senior US diplomat...