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Forsthoffer signs state asset recovery bill into law
30th July, 2026
The law establishing the asset recovery and protection office entered into force on Wednesday, after it was signed by Speaker of Parliament Agnes Forsthoffer in her capacity as interim president.
S&P warns of stagflation risks in Hungary and region
30th July, 2026
Standard & Poor’s (S&P) has lowered its 2026 growth forecast for Central and Eastern Europe, while raising its inflation expectations, warning that the region faces increased stagflation risks.
Strike committee formed at ContiTech
30th July, 2026
A strike committee has been formed at the Szeged plant of tyre maker ContiTech Rubber Industrial as employees and management have failed to reach an agreement on wages and a one-off bonus, according to Gabor Radics, president of the tyre industry union.
Hungary declares highest-level drought emergency
30th July, 2026
Authorities have declared Hungary’s highest-level drought emergency in effect after the drought index exceeded the legal threshold in 66 of the country’s 84 water management districts, Environment Minister Laszlo Gajdos announced on Wednesday.

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