Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to Hungary (May 8–10) isn’t just a diplomatic handshake—it’s turbocharging a 75-year partnership 🚀. With 16+ deals on the table and a shared vision for green tech, Hungary’s Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó tells NewspaperAmigo.com why this friendship is a game-changer.
💡 Why It Matters: From the high-speed Belgrade-Budapest railway to EV innovation hubs, Hungary’s all-in on China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). \"We don’t buy the ‘de-risking’ talk,\" Szijjártó says, pushing back against Western skepticism. \"Cooperation beats isolation every time.\"
🎯 Green Revolution: Hungary’s eyeing China’s green tech expertise to become an EV powerhouse in Europe. Forget ‘overcapacity’ myths—Szijjártó calls it ‘smart planning’ 🌱. Plus, cultural exchanges are heating up, with more student programs and film collabs in the works!
🤝 Bottom Line: As Europe debates tariffs, Hungary’s doubling down on its China strategy. Could this be the blueprint for East-West ties? Stay tuned.
