Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar gave a speech on the anniversary of the Treaty of Trianon, discussing national unity and the country's role in central Europe.

Hungary's Prime Minister Péter Magyar delivered a speech on the anniversary of the Treaty of Trianon, emphasizing the country's responsibility to contribute to the strengthening of central Europe. Magyar argued that Hungary has a unique role due to its bordering itself, with ethnic Hungarians living beyond the country's borders.

Trianon Anniversary

Magyar recalled the reaction in Hungary to the signing of the Treaty of Trianon on 4 June 1920, noting that Hungarians received the news with grief. He also referred to other tragedies of the 20th century, from the Second World War to the communist dictatorship. The prime minister stated that the country's leaders had failed to seize the opportunity to heal the wounds of the nation during the democratic transition of 1989.

Contemporary Politics

Magyar discussed the recent election, stating that Hungarians had passed judgment on division, hatred, and fear-mongering. He said that voters had defended their freedom, dignity, humanity, and homeland in the election, and that they had given a mandate for Hungary to be represented by constitutional officeholders who genuinely embody national unity.

Hungarian Minorities

Magyar addressed the situation of ethnic Hungarians living beyond Hungary's borders, specifically mentioning the Hungarian minority in Slovakia and Ukraine's Zakarpattia region. He criticized the confiscation of private property in Slovakia based on the Beneš decrees and highlighted the importance of supporting Hungarian minorities.