Dutch Ambassador to Hungary Désirée Bonis talks to Diplomacy&Trade about the historical connections as well as the current challenges and opportunities characterizing bilateral relations between The Netherlands and Hungary. While differences exist on issues such as the war in Ukraine and EU values, economic cooperation remains strong and cultural exchanges continue to reaffirm ties between […]
Swiss Ambassador Jean-François Paroz's tenure epitomizes the intricate dance of diplomacy — adapting to shifting currents while upholding core principles, fostering economic prosperity while addressing challenges, and celebrating cultural ties that transcend borders. In an interview with Diplomacy&Trade, the Ambassador explored the nuances of his second term in Hungary, delving into the shifting political landscapes, […]
Bilateral ties between Hungary and the UK have become of a different order of magnitude following Brexit, UK Ambassador to Hungary Paul Fox tells Diplomacy &Trade. Despite political differences over the war in Ukraine and Sweden’s NATO accession, the two countries are enjoying a more direct relationship and economic cooperation is growing dynamically. The Ambassador […]
Heading a delegation, the Speaker of the House of Representatives of Malta, Dr. Angelo Farrugia has paid a recent visit to Budapest this April. Diplomacy&Trade has caught up with him to discuss bilateral and European issues like economic relations, parliamentary diplomacy or the tackling of migration. The delegation of the Maltese House of Representatives arrived […]
Austria is Hungary's second most important trading partner in terms of trade volume and the third largest investor in Hungary. As the Austrian Ambassador to Hungary, Alexander Grubmayr highlights to Diplomacy&Trade, bilateral political relations mainly focus on European and cross-border cooperation. He also talks about neutrality as a fundamental element in Austria's foreign policy ever […]
In the second half of 2022, the Czech Republic is holding the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union. On this occasion, Diplomacy&Trade has carried an extensive interview with the Czech Ambassador to Hungary, Tibor Bial who presents in detail the priorities of the Presidency in addition to highlighting Czech-Hungarian cooperation in various […]
The Diplomatic Charity Fair is back in Budapest for the 11th time. Just as in previous years, a number of countries will assemble to showcase their traditional products. National souvenirs, crafts and specialty items, as well as food corner will enable visitors to ”shop around the world in one day.” The Diplomatic Charity Fair, organized […]
Dozens of guests – diplomats and businesspeople – gathered at the 30-year-old Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest on Monday evening for the latest 'The Club' event organized by Diplomacy&trade once again after a long hiatus due to the new coronavirus pandemic. On the 12th anniversary of the establishment of The Club, participants were greeted by Diplomacy&Trade […]
On the occasion of Spain’ National Day and that of the end of her tenure in Hungary, the Ambassador of Spain, Anunciada Fernández de Córdova invited members of the diplomatic corps, Spanish nationals living in Hungary and other guests to the Aurea Ana Palace Hotel in downtown Budapest. The National Day of Spain (Fiesta Nacional […]
The Taipei Representative Office in Hungary invited guests to the Pest Vigadó event venue in the downtown area of the Hungarian capital to celebrate the 111th National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan) this Wednesday evening. In his speech, the Representative of Taiwan to Hungary, Ambassador Shih-Chung Liu spoke about the importance of the […]
The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Hungary held a reception at the Stefánia Palace in Budapest this Thursday evening to celebrate their country’s national day. The event was preceded by a concert with young performers from the Visegrád countries. As the Czech ambassador, Tibor Bial pointed out in his welcoming speech to the guests […]
Members of the diplomatic community in Hungary, Mexicans living in the country and other guests gathered at the residence of the Mexican Ambassador in the Buda Hills in the Hungarian capital this Saturday afternoon to celebrate Mexico's national day at the invitation of Ambassador Rosario Molinero. It was 212 years ago, on September 16, 1810 […]
The new US Ambassador to Hungary, David Pressman, had a "productive conversation" with the President of the Republic of Hungary when he handed over his credentials. New US Ambassador to Hungary David Pressman said he was honored to present his credentials to President Katalin Novák at the Sándor Palace on Wednesday. The diplomat shared several […]
Several Hungarian politicians say farewell, on various social media pages, to the British monarch Queen Elizabeth II who died this Thursday at the age of 96. Hungarian President Katalin Novák wrote that "I am deeply saddened by the passing away of Her Majesty, Queen Elisabeth II. Her life was a blessing, her memory a treasure. […]
David Pressman, the diplomat nominated to head the U.S. Embassy in Budapest, arrived in the Hungarian capital Friday morning. “These are complicated times, and in complicated times, it is more important than ever for friends to pull each other closer. The United States is a friend of Hungary and of the Hungarian people,” he told […]
