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Chinese President Xi Jinping wrapped up his first European tour in five years with a landmark visit to Hungary, where the two nations upgraded their relationship to an 'all-weather comprehensive strategic partnership'. Celebrating 75 years of diplomatic ties, Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán highlighted shared ambitions in infrastructure and energy—including the Budapest-Belgrade railway and nuclear cooperation—as symbols of a thriving 'Eastern Opening' strategy.
Why This Matters
Hungary, set to take the EU’s rotating presidency in July 2024, is doubling down on its unique diplomatic playbook. Orbán emphasized to CMG’s Zou Yun that
'peace and cooperation beat conflict'
, praising China’s Belt and Road Initiative as a stabilizing force . He critiqued Western approaches to Ukraine, stressing that 'strong leadership'—not escalation—is key to global stability.
Key Takeaways from the Orbán Interview
Hungary’s EU presidency could reshape Europe’s dialogue with China.
Budapest-Belgrade railway to boost regional trade and connectivity.
Nuclear energy collaboration aims to 'future-proof' green tech.
Orbán: 'China isn’t just a partner—it’s a peacemaker.'
. Celebrating 75 years of diplomatic ties, Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán highlighted shared ambitions in infrastructure and energy—including the Budapest-Belgrade railway and nuclear cooperation—as symbols of a thriving 'Eastern Opening' strategy.
. He critiqued Western approaches to Ukraine, stressing that 'strong leadership'—not escalation—is key to global stability.
Hungary’s EU presidency could reshape Europe’s dialogue with China.
Budapest-Belgrade railway to boost regional trade and connectivity.
Nuclear energy collaboration aims to 'future-proof' green tech.
Orbán: 'China isn’t just a partner—it’s a peacemaker.'
China & Hungary Forge 'Golden' Partnership in New Era
