Following meetings in Warsaw, newly elected Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar concluded his first official foreign visit in Gdańsk on Wednesday, where he met with Lech Wałęsa and Donald Tusk.
Meeting with Lech Wałęsa
Peter Magyar and Donald Tusk held a private meeting with former president Lech Wałęsa at the Uphagen House in Gdańsk. Following the discussion, Wałęsa greeted residents gathered outside the building.
Afterward, the two prime ministers proceeded to Artus Court, where they were welcomed by Gdańsk Mayor Aleksandra Dulkiewicz, who presented Magyar with a symbolic gift: a large Solidarity logo.
Strengthening the Polish-Hungarian Bond
Addressing the public, Magyar expressed his gratitude for the visit, stating that starting his diplomatic duties in Poland was his long-standing dream. He emphasized the importance of his roots and his commitment to reinforcing ties between the two nations.
Magyar also addressed his compatriots, thanking them for their courage and citing the influence of Pope John Paul II on his campaign. He encouraged Hungarians to remain steadfast and expressed his desire for their return to Budapest.
A Renewed European Spring
Prime Minister Donald Tusk framed the visit as a significant political development, declaring that the “European spring” has returned. He lauded Magyar’s victory as a hopeful sign for the continent.
Diplomatic Itinerary and Regional Cooperation
This trip marked the conclusion of Magyar’s first foreign tour as prime minister. On Tuesday, he visited Kraków to meet with Metropolitan Archbishop Marek Jędraszewski, later holding talks in Warsaw with Polish officials regarding bilateral security, energy, and regional cooperation.
