During a meeting in Poland on Wednesday, May 20, Prime Minister Donald Tusk hailed Peter Magyar’s political success in Hungary as a critical turning point for democracy and the rule of law.
A Renewed Partnership
Addressing the Hungarian politician, Tusk emphasized that Magyar’s victory is not merely a domestic success but a signal to millions worldwide that democratic values remain resilient. Tusk pledged Polish support for infrastructure investments to bolster regional energy autonomy.
The two leaders intend to coordinate their positions regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, noting that they share a similar perspective on the necessary geopolitical response.
Magyar’s Polish Tour
Peter Magyar highlighted that his diplomatic activities began in Poland by design, seeking to showcase the Polish model to the Hungarian public. He visited key cities including Kraków, Warsaw, and Gdańsk, describing them as the beating heart of European freedom.
Magyar expressed gratitude to the Polish people for their hospitality and to Prime Minister Tusk for his active support throughout the campaign.
Expanding the Visegrád Group
During his visit, Magyar invited leaders of the Visegrád Group to a summit in Budapest scheduled for late June. He proposed that the alliance, currently consisting of Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary, should be expanded.
Magyar suggested including nations such as Austria, Croatia, Slovenia, Romania, or Scandinavian countries, asserting that the center of Europe is increasingly defined by Central and Eastern European interests.
Diplomatic Itinerary
As part of a two-day visit, Magyar’s agenda includes meetings with President Karol Nawrocki, Sejm Marshal Włodzimierz Czarzasty, and Senate Marshal Małgorzata Kidawa-Błońska. Following his stay in Poland, he is set to travel to Vienna before returning to Budapest.