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Netanyahu Revealed as a Speaker at CPAC Hungary 2026 this March
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel is set to be one of the featured speakers at CPAC Hungary 2026, The Times of Israel has reported. The Hungarian news site Index.hu has also carried the story, based on information from the Israeli paper. It has since been confirmed by the office of the Prime Minister of Israel.
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New EC Study Shows Hungary is Poorest EU Member State
The European Commission’s Joint Research Centre launched the ABSPO pilot project in 2018, introducing an “absolute” measure of poverty based on the costs of meeting basic needs for individuals and households.
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4iG Becomes Sole Owner of ACE Network in Hungary
Listed ICT company 4iG on Tuesday said it closed the acquisition of a 30pc stake in ACE Network, making it the sole owner of the data centre and security company.
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New HUF 17 Billion Venture Capital Fund Launched for AI, Deeptech & Greentech Startups in Hungary
This new HUF 17 billion (~€42m) venture capital fund, officially announced by Hiventures on February 18, 2026, represents a strategic shift toward high-tech, early-stage innovation in Hungary.
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'Political Blackmail': Diesel Fuel Deliveries to Ukraine from Hungary now Halted
Hungary has stopped delivering diesel fuel to Ukraine and will only resume it once Ukraine has restarted crude deliveries to Hungary through the Druzhba pipeline, the minister of foreign affairs and trade said in Budapest on Wednesday.
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Themes Revealed for Hungarian State Opera Season 2026/27
Eastern-themed productions and works of Kodály in focus of the 143rd season of the Hungarian State Opera. Twelve premieres – including new productions of Salome, Madama Butterfly, and Il trovatore, the world premiere of Máté Bella’s Passio, and a centenary production of Háry János – are featured in the Hungarian State Opera’s 2026/27 season.
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Interviews
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Surprising Expats: Vincent Baumgartner - Photographer, Photographic Storyteller
This is part of a series of in-depth interviews with some of the most surprising members of the expat community in Hungary, written by Marion Merrick.
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Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 19 February
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
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Now On: Harry Potter: The Exhibition at Szentendre
Harry Potter™: The Exhibition is a touring experience that delights fans worldwide with authentic film props, exclusive behind-the-scenes looks, and fun interactive surprises. Feel the nostalgia and the magic while celebrating some of your favorite moments from the Harry Potter series.
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UK Boarding School Showcase, Budapest, 26 February
For over 29 years, Metropolis Education has been guiding families towards the right UK boarding school. With connections to around 200 leading independent schools, they provide honest, expert advice to make the school search process smoother and more personal.
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