Peter Magyar became Hungary’s Prime Minister after winning a parliamentary vote, securing a four-year term. He emphasized the need to “change the system” in his inaugural speech, focusing on serving the country and promoting reconciliation and democratic renewal. Magyar, born in 1981, has a background in law and humanities and previously served in various government roles before leading the Tisza Party.
Celebrations erupted among Tisza supporters at Kossuth Square in Budapest following Magyar’s election victory. The Tisza Party, under Magyar’s leadership, triumphed over the ruling coalition in the recent parliamentary elections, securing a two-thirds majority. Agnes Forsthoffer, also from the Tisza Party, was elected as the speaker of the National Assembly during the same session.
In a show of unity, all 199 lawmakers were sworn in on the same day, with Forsthoffer elected as the speaker with overwhelming support. The new government aims to be inclusive and uphold the dignity of all Hungarian citizens, as Magyar takes on his new role as Prime Minister.
