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Hungary swears in Peter Magyar ending Viktor Orban 16 year rule and promising EU reset

International
Published on 10 May 2026
Hungary swears in Peter Magyar ending Viktor Orban 16 year rule and promising EU reset

Tisza’s win flips decades of dominance

Hungary has sworn in Peter Magyar as prime minister, ending Viktor Orban’s 16-year rule after Tisza’s decisive election victory. Magyar’s government vows to restore democratic institutions, tackle corruption, and rebuild strong ties with the European Union. The inauguration signals a major shift in Hungary’s domestic governance and its relationship with Brussels.

  • Peter Magyar sworn in as Hungary’s new prime minister
  • 16 years under Viktor Orban come to an end
  • Tisza’s decisive win sets a pro EU and anti corruption agenda
  • Promises to rebuild democratic institutions and curb graft
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