Author: Philip Blenkinsop

BUDAPEST/BRUSSELS – Hungary’s nationalist government is set to lead the European Union with a bold “Make Europe Great Again” rallying cry, reminiscent of Donald Trump’s famous slogan. Despite some EU lawmakers expressing doubt about Hungary’s suitability for the presidency due to Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s clashes with Brussels over democratic values, Hungarian diplomats assure that they will act as fair mediators. As Hungary takes the helm during a transitional period following June’s elections, analysts predict that Budapest may face limitations in implementing its agenda on EU policy due to the changing political landscape in Brussels. Despite this, Hungary’s presidency is…