The Benjamin Franklin Fellowship Experience – Hungarian Alumni Reflection

During my four weeks in the Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellowship program, I deepened my knowledge of the United States, managed to acquire certain aspects of the American mindset, made countless friends in different parts of Europe and the U.S., and answered more than a hundred questions about Hungary. Read More»

By | 23 August, 2022 | Topics: Alumni, Culture, Education, English Language Learning, History, Human Rights, News, Public Affairs, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Hungary | Tags:

Worldwide Caution

Worldwide Cautions provide U.S. citizens with general information regarding terrorist activities, political violence, and criminal activity that occur abroad, as well as specific recommendations on how to prepare for possible contingencies, receive information on breaking security events and ensure that travelers can be contacted in an emergency.  This version replaces the Worldwide Caution dated January ... Read More»

By | 3 August, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: ,

Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Budapest, Hungary

Location: Downtown Budapest Events: The U.S. Embassy would like to inform you of the following demonstrations taking place this weekend, July 29-31. Friday, July 29, 2022, 1800-2200 Up to 500 people may participate in a demonstration seeking “the restoration of constitutional order” and will move along the following route: Városliget – Hősök tere – Andrássy ... Read More»

By | 29 July, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags:

2022 Investment Climate Statement: Hungary

The Department of State published the 2022 Investment Climate Statements (ICS) which provide up-to-date, country-specific information on the investment climates of more than 160 foreign markets. Read More»

By | 29 July, 2022 | Topics: Business, Commercial Affairs, Economic Issues, Human Rights, Key Documents, News, Official Reports, Political Affairs, Trade, U.S. & Hungary | Tags: , , , , ,

*UPDATE* Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Budapest, Hungary

Location: Budapest at Margaret Island Bridge (Margit híd) and Elizabeth Bridge (Erzsébet híd) Event: The U.S. Embassy would like to inform you that in addition to the demonstration that is completely blocking traffic on the Margaret Island Bridge (Margit híd), another group of demonstrators is now blocking traffic on Elizabeth Bridge (Erzsébet híd). Demonstrators are protesting proposed ... Read More»

By | 12 July, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude | Tags:

Chargé Dillard’s Visit to Székesfehérvár

Historic Szekesfehervar is one of Hungary’s oldest cities, and on a visit to the city, Chargé D’Affaires Marc Dillard highlighted both the history and the present day role this important city has in our bilateral relationship, and how the U.S. contributes to the region as partner and Ally. At the Bakony Combat Training Center, CDA ... Read More»

By | 3 June, 2022 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, News, U.S. & Hungary

Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Budapest, Hungary

(April 29, 2022) Location: Budapest – Near the U.S. Embassy on Szabadság tér (Liberty Square) Event: Pro-Russia (Anti-U.S.) protests will take place in front of the U.S. Embassy on April 30. At the same time nearby, pro-Ukraine supporters will be demonstrating. Hungarian police will be present at each of these events to monitor security. However, these demonstrations ... Read More»

By | 29 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Exclude

International Roma Day

PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 8, 2022 On behalf of the United States, I extend best wishes to Roma everywhere on this special day when we celebrate the rich culture, language, heritage, and aspirations of Roma globally, including the generations of Romani Americans who have helped build and continue to enhance ... Read More»

By | 11 April, 2022 | Topics: News

VP Harris Announces Additional U.S. Funding to Respond to Humanitarian Needs

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris announced nearly $53 million in new humanitarian assistance from the United States government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), to support innocent civilians affected by Russia’s unjustified invasion of Ukraine. Read More»

By | 11 March, 2022 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Press Releases, Speeches, Vice President of the United States | Tags: , ,

Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Budapest, Hungary

Location: U.S. Embassy: Szabadság tér 12, H-1054 Budapest, Hungary Event: The Embassy would like to inform you of the following demonstration: Sunday, March 6, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. Demonstrations of an estimated 70 people against the war in Ukraine and against the United States and European Union for sending weapons to Ukraine. Actions to Take: Avoid crowds and ... Read More»

By | 4 March, 2022 | Topics: Alert

European and U.S. Security Interests Are at Stake – By Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard

European and U.S. Security Interests Are at Stake By Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard The world is watching Russia’s pattern of unprovoked aggression toward Ukraine, because Russia’s actions are a threat not only to Ukraine, but to Europe and to the international rules-based order. Our aims are simple. We stand with our Allies and partners to ... Read More»

By | 7 February, 2022 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Military Cooperation, News, Political Affairs, U.S. & Hungary

Chargé Dillard’s Remarks at Ludovika campus, National University of Public Service

Like any long and enduring partnership, ours has had its ups and downs.  It is no secret that our administrations do not see eye-to-eye on some issues today.  However, our security partnership remains as strong as ever, and I think that is an important fact to keep in mind when we discuss American and Hungarian ... Read More»

By | 20 December, 2021 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, Military Cooperation, News, Speeches, U.S. & Hungary | Tags:

Another Step in the Implementation of the Defense Cooperation Agreement

During a ceremony held December 15, 2021, at the U.S. Embassy Budapest, U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard and Ministerial Commissioner in charge of implementing the Defense Cooperation Agreement Colonel Tibor Babos signed a memorandum acknowledging two new implementing agreements under the DCA. These implementing agreements designate Tata and Várpalota Garrison and Training Areas as ... Read More»

By | 17 December, 2021 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Events, Military Cooperation, News, U.S. & Hungary | Tags: ,

Congratulations to the winners of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs program!

Our heartfelt congratulations to the five women entrepreneurs from outside the capital who won a total of $25,000 in funding from the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs' 10-month program! Read More»

By | 9 December, 2021 | Topics: Agriculture, Business, Child and Family Matters, Commercial Opportunities, Education, Environment, Events, Health Issues, News, Science & Tech, Success Stories, U.S. & Hungary | Tags: , ,

Remarks by Chargé Dillard on the Launch of a Book About Congressman Tom Lantos

The only Holocaust survivor to have served in Congress, Hungarian-born U.S. Congressman Tom Lantos spent his life championing the cause of human rights around the world. Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard and other distinguished guests discussed a new Hungarian translation of a book about the Congressman’s life and the importance of his work. Read More»

By | 8 December, 2021 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, Human Rights, News, Public Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Hungary | Tags:

Call for Applications: Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI)

The call for applications is now OPEN for three academic programs: for scholars, secondary educators and student leaders. The application deadline for each SUSI program is December 31, 2021. Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars are intensive post-graduate level academic programs with integrated study tours whose purpose is to provide foreign university faculty and other scholars ... Read More»

By | 12 November, 2021 | Topics: Culture, Education, English Language Learning, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Hungary | Tags: , ,

Remarks by Chargé Dillard at Kristallnacht Commemoration

On November 9, Chargé Dillard joined the global initiative of the International March of the Living to commemorate Kristallnacht, or the Night of Broken Glass. The night of November 9 – 10, 1938 saw the destruction of thousands of synagogues and Jewish institutions in Nazi Germany, a prelude to the Holocaust. In his remarks delivered ... Read More»

By | 10 November, 2021 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Speeches, U.S. & Hungary | Tags:

65th Anniversary of the 1956 Hungarian Revolution

On the sixty-fifth anniversary of the 1956 Hungarian revolution, we remember the brave men and women who fought to defend their liberty on the streets of Budapest and around the nation.  Their passion for freedom was realized in 1989, when Hungary embraced democracy.  We mark this solemn anniversary together with our partner and NATO Ally.” ... Read More»

By | 23 October, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Hungary, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags:

Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard at the AmCham Business Forum on August 30

As prepared for delivery I’d like to start with a quote from President Biden: “The U.S. and Europe and democracies everywhere are stronger when we work together to advance our shared values like fair competition and transparency.”  This is a key quote for me, coming from President Biden’s first trip, to attend the G7, the ... Read More»

By | 15 September, 2021 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags:

U.S., Hungary sign Implementing Agreements for Use of Air Bases

During a ceremony held July 16, 2021 at Kecskemét Air Base, Hungary, U.S. European command and Hungarian Defense Force leaders signed implementing agreements designating Kecskemét and Pápa Air Force Bases as agreed facilities and areas. “These agreements allow U.S. forces to access and utilize these air bases in cooperation with the Hungarian Defence Force,” said ... Read More»

By | 21 July, 2021 | Topics: Events, News

Joint Statement on the Occasion of the 26th Budapest Pride Festival 

July 19, 2021  On the occasion of the 26th Budapest Pride Festival, we, the undersigned embassies and cultural institutes, express our full support for members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (LGBTQI+) community and their rights to equality and non-discrimination, freedom of expression and peaceful assembly, and freedom from violence.  We note the important advocacy of LGBTQI+ civil society organizations which are working to ensure that all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, ... Read More»

By | 19 July, 2021 | Topics: Events, News

CDA Dillard visits Pécs and Veszprem

Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard visited the cities of Pécs and Veszprem July 14-15.   While in Pecs, CDA Dillard met with Mayor Attila Peterffy and Deputy Mayor Csaba Ruzsa, and enjoyed lunch at Kostolda, a restaurant operated by the NGO Colorful Pearls which assists local Roma women with professional and social skills development.  He visited the American Corner, located ... Read More»

By | 16 July, 2021 | Topics: Events, News

Statement by U.S. Embassy

U.S. Embassy Budapest is deeply concerned by anti-LGBTQI+ aspects of a bill passed today by the Hungarian Parliament. The United States stands for the idea that governments should promote freedom of expression and protect human rights, including the rights of members of the LGBTQI+ community. As President Biden noted to those advocating for LGBTQI+ rights ... Read More»

By | 15 June, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: ,

Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Establishment of U.S.-Hungary Diplomatic Relations

This year we commemorate the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Hungary.  While our historical and cultural connections span a much longer period, the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1921 formalized the enduring bonds between our countries.  In that spirit, please join us as we pay tribute to a century of ... Read More»

By | 3 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, History, News, U.S. & Hungary | Tags:

Media Events Related to DEFENDER 21 June 2-5

DEFENDER-Europe is an annual large-scale U.S. Army-led, multinational, joint exercise designed to build readiness and interoperability between U.S., NATO and partner militaries. This year’s exercise:  Focuses on building operational readiness and interoperability with a greater number of NATO allies and partners over a wider area of operations. Is defensive in nature and focused on responding ... Read More»

By | 2 June, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Military Cooperation, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Hungary

Preparations are underway for the annual Black Swan

Budapest, HUNGARY – Preparations are underway for the annual Black Swan, which will take place from May 3-14, 2021. The Hungarian-led Black Swan 21 exercise includes SOF from Croatia, Slovakia, Slovenia, and the United States. U.S. Naval Special Warfare (NSW) and Hungarian SOF personnel will conduct Special Operations Craft-Riverine (SOC-R) training along the Danube River near Budapest. In other locations, U.S. Army ... Read More»

By | 23 April, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Events, Military Cooperation, News, U.S. & Hungary

International Roma Day

Statement by Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State April 7, 2021 On behalf of the Government of the United States, I extend my best wishes to Roma everywhere on International Roma Day. On April 8, we celebrate the rich culture, language, and heritage of Roma around the world, including the generations of Romani Americans who ... Read More»

By | 8 April, 2021 | Topics: Culture, Europe & Eurasia, Fundamental Freedoms, Human Rights, News, U.S. & Hungary, U.S. Secretary of State

Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Visegrád Four Countries’ Foreign Ministers

March 23, 2021 Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Czech Foreign Minister Petříček, Hungarian Foreign Minister Szijjártó, Polish Foreign Minister Rau, and Slovak Foreign Minister Korčok The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today in Brussels with his counterparts from the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia, which constitute the ... Read More»

By | 24 March, 2021 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Hungary, U.S. Secretary of State

2020 Highlights

As 2021 begins, the New Year is a good moment to reflect on what we’ve accomplished in the past one, as we look to the year ahead. It was a challenging year but there’s much to be proud of and thankful for. Thanks for your support and comments throughout the months. We’ve made a video ... Read More»

By | 15 January, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Hungary, Video

Call for Proposals: Embassy Budapest, Public Affairs Office – Academy for Women Entrepreneurs Hungary 2021

Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) The detailed NOFO can be downloaded in a .pdf format from here: Call for Proposals Overview The U.S. Embassy Budapest, Public Affairs Section (PAS Budapest) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program for the Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) 2021 ... Read More»

By | 17 December, 2020 | Topics: News

Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard’s Opening Remarks at American Jewish Committee Central Europe Event on Hizballah

December 8, 2020 Thank you, Sebastian and the American Jewish Committee Central Europe office, for inviting me to open this important event. As some of you may know, I previously served in Bulgaria. I arrived in Sofia in 2013, a year after Hizballah bombed a bus full of Israeli tourists in Burgas on the Black ... Read More»

By | 9 December, 2020 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Europe & Eurasia, Policy, Speeches, U.S. & Hungary | Tags: , , , ,

Ambassador Cornstein’s Remarks at the Commemoration of the Placement of the Statue of George H.W. Bush

Szabadság tér, Budapest Tuesday, October 27, 2020 Thank you, Mister Prime Minister. Thank you, Ministers, dignitaries, excellencies, ladies and gentlemen for being here today. It’s an honor to be here with you all today on this historic occasion. Mister Prime Minister, it may feel familiar for you to be on this square to inaugurate a ... Read More»

By | 27 October, 2020 | Topics: Culture, Events, Exclude, Former U.S. Ambassadors, History, News, Speeches, U.S. & Hungary

President George H.W. Bush Statue in Liberty Square

On October 27, 2020, the Government of Hungary and the U.S. Embassy in Budapest unveiled the statue in honor of George Herbert Walker Bush, the 41st president of the United States, in Liberty Square in Budapest on the occasion of the thirtieth anniversary of the fall of communist rule in Central and Eastern Europe. Hungary to Erect Statue of George H.W. Bush in Liberty Square Ambassador Cornstein’s Remarks at the Commemoration of the Placement of the Statue of George H.W. Bush Prime Minister Orban’s Remarks at the Statue Unveiling Ceremony   ... Read More»

By | 26 October, 2020 | Topics: Culture, History, News, U.S. & Hungary

Director of Policy Planning visits Hungary

Dr. Peter Berkowitz, Director of the Policy Planning Staff in the Office of the Secretary of the Department of State, visited Hungary to discuss the recent report  of the  Commission on Unalienable Rights and how its principles inform initiatives such as the International Religious Freedom Alliance, of which Hungary is one of the founding members. During his visit, Dr. Berkowitz participated ... Read More»

By | 15 October, 2020 | Topics: Events, Exclude, News

U.S. Citizens Voting Assistance

The  Federal Voting Assistance Program  and the Department of State’s page on  Absentee Voting Information  are the most up-to-date voting information resources for Americans living abroad. Please visit these websites to learn about deadlines and procedures for registering and voting. Overseas U.S. citizens usually need to register every year, which means mailing in your Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) so that you’re ... Read More»

By | 24 September, 2020 | Topics: Elections, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News

9/11 Memorial Blood Drive

On the National Day of Service and Remembrance, Embassy colleagues and supporters, including offices of the NATO Force Integration Unit, joined our Civil Affairs Military team in giving blood at the 9/11 Memorial Blood Drive. We are immensely thankful to the National Blood Supply Service and the Hungarian Red Cross for making the donation possible ... Read More»

By | 22 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, Health Issues, News

Hungary to Erect Statue of George H.W. Bush in Liberty Square

September 6, 2020 The Government of Hungary and the U.S. Embassy in Budapest announce that a statue will be erected in honor of George Herbert Walker Bush, the 41st president of the United States, in Liberty Square in Budapest on the occasion of the thirtieth anniversary of the fall of communist rule in Central and ... Read More»

By | 6 September, 2020 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Hungary

U.S. Ambassador Cornstein Hails Hungary’s Billion Dollar Air Defense Purchase

August 12, 2020 U.S. Ambassador David Cornstein today joined Minister of Defense Tibor Benkő in announcing Hungary’s declaration of intent to conclude its largest-ever defense procurement from the United States, an action which will overhaul and modernize Hungary’s air defense capabilities and allow it to transition away from its current legacy Soviet system.  This purchase ... Read More»

By | 12 August, 2020 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Military Cooperation, News, U.S. & Hungary | Tags:

How Much Do You Trust a Communist Dictatorship? – by Ambassador Cornstein

July 31, 2020 One of the most important things in life is knowing who your friends are and whom you trust.  As a successful businessman I often look to numbers, and polling around the world shows that people don’t trust what the Chinese Communist Party has to say. But as a life-long New Yorker I ... Read More»

By | 31 July, 2020 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Hungary

Deputy Chief of Mission Marc Dillard visits Debrecen

Deputy Chief of Mission Marc Dillard visited Debrecen July 20-21.  An important cultural center, and lovely city, Debrecen has many U.S. connections.  While there, DCM Dillard met with Mayor Papp, visited National Instruments, spoke with the University of Debrecen’s Clinical Center, and visited the American Corner at the Meliusz Peter County Library.  He was interviewed by Debrecen ... Read More»

By | 23 July, 2020 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Europe & Eurasia, News, U.S. & Hungary

Report of the Commission on Unalienable Rights

On July 16, 2020, Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo released the Draft Report of the Commission on Unalienable Rights. Draft Report of the Commission on Unalienable Rights (PDF, 28MB) Unalienable Rights and the Securing of Freedom – Secretary Pompeo’s speech at the release of the Draft Report. Read More»

By | 20 July, 2020 | Topics: Exclude, Fundamental Freedoms, Human Rights, Key Documents, News, Official Reports, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: ,

Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard and Defense Attaché David Wiseman Visit Szolnok and Kecskemét Air Force Bases

Looking back to look ahead! Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard and Defense Attaché David Wiseman visited with the leadership of Szolnok and Kecskemét Air Force Bases in February 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed a lot of things, but some things remain the same, like our strong bilateral relationship and military cooperation. We look forward to ... Read More»

By | 29 May, 2020 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Europe & Eurasia, Military Cooperation, News, U.S. & Hungary

“That’s how friends like the U.S. help the world.” – Op-ed by Ambassador Cornstein in HVG

May 22, 2020 We live in unprecedented times.  In a few short months, much of what we had thought of as normal has changed dramatically.  One thing that should not change in times of crisis, however, is your friends.  As a NATO Ally, the United States stands as strongly as ever with Hungary. I am ... Read More»

By | 24 May, 2020 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, U.S. & Hungary

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia Statement by the U.S. Embassy Budapest May 14, 2020 On May 17, we will celebrate the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, created to commemorate the WHO’s decision to declassify homosexuality as a mental disorder on that day thirty years ago.  The United States firmly opposes criminalization, ... Read More»

By | 14 May, 2020 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Fundamental Freedoms, Gender Issues, Human Rights, News, U.S. & Hungary

“Remembering World War II and its Aftermath – A Long Road to Freedom”

The U.S. Embassy Budapest Public Affairs Section (PAS Budapest) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce an open competition for organizations and individuals to submit applications to carry out a program (or project) with funding through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program that highlights the 75th  anniversary of the end of World ... Read More»

By | 28 April, 2020 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, East Asia & Pacific, History, News, U.S. & Hungary

50th Anniversary of Earth Day

Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State April 22, 2020 Today, the United States observes the 50th anniversary of the first Earth Day.  The United States is proud of its record as a world leader in promoting clean water and air, conserving natural resources, and protecting nature while driving economic growth and fostering resilience ... Read More»

By | 22 April, 2020 | Topics: Environment, Europe & Eurasia, News, U.S. & Hungary | Tags:

International Roma Day

STATEMENT BY MORGAN ORTAGUS, STATE DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON April 8, 2020 International Roma Day International Roma Day is an occasion to celebrate the traditions and history of Roma persons everywhere and to honor their contributions to the culture and society of nations around the world. This includes the United States, which is home to more than ... Read More»

By | 9 April, 2020 | Topics: Culture, Europe & Eurasia, Fundamental Freedoms, Human Rights, News, U.S. & Hungary

Statement on Governmental Responses to COVID-19.

April 1, 2020 Leaders around the world are grappling with unprecedented challenges as they tackle the COVID-19 global pandemic.  As governments around the world respond, we urge them to avoid restrictions on essential human rights and fundamental freedoms, including the ability of the free press to provide information to the public about the crisis and ... Read More»

By | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Fundamental Freedoms, Health Issues, Human Rights, News, U.S. & Hungary

Presidential Proclamation – December 4, 2017

Presidential Proclamation on Visas   On December 4, 2017, the U.S. Supreme Court granted the government’s motions for emergency stays of preliminary injunctions issued by U.S. District Courts in the Districts of Hawaii and Maryland. The preliminary injunctions had prohibited the government from fully enforcing or implementing the entry restrictions of Presidential Proclamation 9645 (P.P.) ... Read More»

By | 12 March, 2020 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Exclude, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Immigrant Visas, Non immigrant Visas, Visas

Digital Communication Network Exchange – June 2020

From June 2 – 24, 2020, in collaboration with the Digital Communication Network, World Learning will recruit 16 professionals for a three-week exchange, funded by the US Department of State Office of Citizen Exchanges, to explore new trends in digital communication, participate in fellowships with professionally relevant organizations, and attend important events and conferences. Applications ... Read More»

By | 24 February, 2020 | Topics: News, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Hungary

Holocaust Teacher Training Program

For over a decade, the U.S. Department of State, in cooperation with the Association of Holocaust Organizations (AHO) in New York, has helped organize summer teacher-training programs in the United States to foster Holocaust education. To date, this initiative has brought more than 300 teachers from some thirteen countries to U.S. Holocaust-related institutions for training ... Read More»

By | 20 February, 2020 | Topics: Art & Culture, Europe & Eurasia, History, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Hungary

Significant Boost to Fulbright Hungary

On February 10, 2020, Innovation and Technology Ministry State Secretary Zsigmond Perényi, U.S. Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Marc Dillard and Fulbright Hungary Director Károly Jókay announced a significant boost to the Fulbright exchange program by the Government of Hungary. Fulbright Hungary strives to enhance Hungarian-American mutual understanding and bilateral relations through scholarly and student ... Read More»

By | 14 February, 2020 | Topics: Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, Europe & Eurasia, Events, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Hungary

Press Release on Launch of Flow PR Messaging Campaign

February 10th, 2020 To highlight the deep and historic ties between our countries, today we launch an awareness campaign highlighting Hungary’s connections to the United States, NATO and other Western institutions. We aim to showcase the many ways that Hungary and its Western partners and allies benefit from strong economic, political, cultural, and security ties, ... Read More»

By | 10 February, 2020 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Hungary | Tags: ,

Call for Pictures

Calling all exchange alumni!!  2019 marked not only the 30th anniversary since 1989, but also the regime change that brought new freedoms and opportunities, including the freedom to travel.  We would love to see your pictures from around that time that best represent „Freedom to Travel”.  If you were in the U.S. earlier than 1989, ... Read More»

By | 6 February, 2020 | Topics: Alumni, Art & Culture, Culture, Europe & Eurasia, History, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Hungary | Tags:

Remarks by Deputy Chief of Mission Dillard at the 50th International Gas Conference

I am honored to be here today at the 50th International Gas Conference, and to speak about the importance of cooperation in advancing energy security.  The United States and Hungary are no strangers to energy cooperation, with a history dating back nearly 85 years. Read More»

By | 25 October, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Policy, Speeches, U.S. & Hungary | Tags: , , ,

Alum of the month: András Gerevich

András Gerevich Writer, translator, editor, and teacher Fulbright Scholar 2001-02 Alum of the month – September 2019   “Be focused, work hard, never shy away from a challenge — but also, learn to relax and enjoy your life” If you are interested in literature you’ve probably already heard about him. He writes, translates, edits and ... Read More»

By | 17 October, 2019 | Topics: Alumni, Education, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Hungary | Tags: ,

Media Advisory: Budapest City Walks Commemorate Thirty Years of Freedom in Hungary

Walk of Change ’89 – A Szabadság Ritmusa weaves Hungarian and American popular music, culture, foreign policy, and economic policy into an engaging adventure through central Budapest that will motivate us to consider what freedom means to us today as Hungarians and Americans.  Read More»

By | 6 June, 2019 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, History, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Hungary

Statement from the President: LGBT Pride Month

As we celebrate LGBT Pride Month and recognize the outstanding contributions that LGBT people have made to our great Nation, let us also stand in solidarity with the many LGBT people who live in dozens of countries worldwide that punish, imprison, or even execute individuals on the basis of their sexual orientation. Read More»

By | 3 June, 2019 | Topics: Exclude, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Human Rights, News | Tags:

Chargé Kostelancik at NATO Anniversary Event

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Hungary joining NATO, Charge d’Affaires David Kostelancik spoke to students at the National University of Public Service in Budapest about his experiences working in the U.S. delegation to NATO from 1998-2001, key years building up to and including the accession of Hungary, Czech Republic, and Poland to the Transatlantic alliance.  He was joined by Deputy State Secretary Ferenc ... Read More»

By | 29 March, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, Military Cooperation, News, U.S. & Hungary | Tags:

Ambassador Cornstein Visits Israel

Ambassador Cornstein Visits Israel; Welcomes Hungary’s Extension of Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem through Opening of Diplomatic Trade Mission March 18, 2019   Ambassador David Cornstein is traveling today to Israel on the occasion of the opening of Hungary’s new trade mission in Jerusalem. He will join Foreign Minister Szijjártó in the official opening ceremony ... Read More»

By | 18 March, 2019 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, Press Releases

Statement: Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to Hungary, Slovakia, Poland, Belgium, and Iceland

On February 11, Secretary Pompeo will arrive in Budapest, Hungary, where he will meet with Prime Minister Orban, Foreign Minister Szijjarto, Defense Minister Benko to discuss a range of issues in the U.S.-Hungary bilateral relationship, including defense cooperation, energy and regional security, support for Ukraine, and ways to counter Russian and Chinese influence and strengthen ... Read More»

By | 8 February, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Hungary, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags:

Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellows Summer Institute for High School Students

Fully funded US SCHOLARSHIP for 16-18 year-old Hungarian students who speak fluent English and who are interested in international relations! The Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellows Summer Institute activities include discussions of global issues of common interest with European and American students; leadership and media training; collaborative project development; community service; educational travel; and plans for ... Read More»

By | 6 November, 2018 | Topics: Education, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, Study in the U.S.

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

As customary diplomatic protocol in Hungary, new Embassy Chiefs of Mission place a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Budapest’s Heroes’ Square.  On September 5, Ambassador David B. Cornstein was honored to place a memorial wreath on the Tomb in the name of the people of the United States of America.  Several Embassy ... Read More»

By | 6 September, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News

Never Give Up

The first café in the city founded and run by people with special needs, its amazing staff make and serve a variety of drinks and meals, and also help to organize and execute programs in its District 8 location as well as other spaces throughout the country.  Read More»

By | 26 July, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, News

#FBI110 Trivia Winners

Did you get it right? Find out the correct answers to our #FBI110 Trivia questions. Questions and Answers What’s the FBI’s motto? Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity https://www.fbi.gov/history/seal-motto Name one US television show that talks about the FBI work overseas We received lots of great answers! Out of multiple correct examples, one show that talks about the FBI’s ... Read More»

By | 23 July, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, Education, Events, News, Public Affairs | Tags:

Job Opening: American Corner Director in Budapest

Call for application for the position of AMERICAN CORNER DIRECTOR,  Budapest Applications are invited from Hungarian citizens for the position of American Corner Director in Budapest, located in Budapest Corvinus University. The position starts on September 1, 2018. The American Corners (AC) program is a United States Department of State -sponsored initiative. There are almost 500 Corners in 70 countries all around ... Read More»

By | 10 July, 2018 | Topics: American Spaces, Exclude, News

Remarks by Ambassador David B. Cornstein at the Official Independence Day Celebration

This is a very, very important day for every American.  It doesn’t matter if you’re rich or poor, if you’re white, brown, black.  It doesn’t matter if you are a first-year immigrant into our country or if you’re a fourth generation.  This is a day that we celebrate our freedom and it’s very, very important.  Read More»

By | 6 July, 2018 | Topics: Culture, Events, Former U.S. Ambassadors, News, Speeches | Tags:

Ambassador Cornstein Visits CEU

Today,  Central European University (CEU) President and Rector Michael Ignatieff welcomed Ambassador David B. Cornstein to the university. “I was pleased with the opportunity to visit CEU today and meet some of the very talented faculty and students. It’s an impressive academic institution and an asset to both Hungary and the United States. I support its continued operation ... Read More»

By | 28 June, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, Education, Former U.S. Ambassadors, News | Tags:

Anchoring the Western Alliance

Remarks A. Wess Mitchell Assistant Secretary, Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs The Heritage Foundation Washington, DC June 5, 2018   Good morning everyone, it’s really great to see a lot of friends in the audience and I appreciate you all being here today. I’d like to thank Heritage Foundation for inviting me to speak today. ... Read More»

By | 12 June, 2018 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, News, Policy

Ambassador Cornstein will arrive in Budapest on June 22

June 12, 2018 The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce that President Trump’s Ambassador to Hungary, David B. Cornstein, will arrive in Budapest on June 22, 2018.  Ambassador Cornstein is excited to begin his work in Hungary and further strengthen the U.S. – Hungary relationship. Stay tuned for more information about Ambassador Cornstein in the ... Read More»

By | 12 June, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News | Tags:

Job Opening: American Corner Director in Debrecen

Call for application for the position of AMERICAN CORNER DIRECTOR,  DEBRECEN Applications are invited from Hungarian citizens for the position of American Corner Director in Debrecen, located in the Meliusz Peter County Library. This is a temporary position from August 1, 2018 to August 30, 2020. The American Corners (AC) program is a United States Department of State -sponsored initiative. ... Read More»

By | 16 May, 2018 | Topics: American Spaces, News

From Presidential Nomination to the Embassy

From presidential nomination to the Embassy: On May 9, Mr. David B. Cornstein, President Trump’s nominee as U.S. Ambassador to Hungary, had his hearing before the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations. You can read his Statement here:  http://ow.ly/eEKm30jVpGG  (PDF file). What comes next? Our Prezi explains the steps presidential nominees have to take until they become ... Read More»

By | 10 May, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, News

More Direct Flights to the United States

Following the launch of Polish Airline LOT’s new non-stop flight between Budapest and New York as well as Budapest and Chicago last week, American Airlines celebrated their own launch of a non-stop flight between Philadelphia and Budapest yesterday.  Chargé David J. Kostelancik was honored to join Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó, Polish Ambassador Jerzy Snopek, LOT ... Read More»

By | 9 May, 2018 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Commercial Affairs, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Travel & Tourism

Recruitment for 2018 SelectUSA Investment Summit

U.S. EMBASSY HUNGARY ANNOUNCES RECRUITMENT FOR 2018 SELECTUSA INVESTMENT SUMMIT Embassy Led 12 Companies to 2017 Investment Event Seeking Business Opportunities in United States – April 16, 2018 – [BUDAPEST, HUNGARY] – Chargé d’Affaires David J Kostelancik today announced registration is open for Hungarian companies to participate in the 2018 SelectUSA Investment Summit (Investment Summit), June ... Read More»

By | 16 April, 2018 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Deputy Chief of Mission, Doing Business in the U.S., Press Releases | Tags:

New American Corner Opens in Szeged

Tonight, American Corner Szeged joins a family of American Spaces located in cities and small towns around the world – from Seoul to Subotica!  Hosting more than 16 million visits each year, American Spaces bring our country closer to the world, creating a place where we can interact with local citizens, share our history and ... Read More»

By | 21 March, 2018 | Topics: American Spaces, Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Speeches

Multi-faith Breakfast

Following the National Prayer Breakfast hosted by Members of Congress in Washington DC last week, the U.S. Embassy invited leaders of churches and religious communities in Hungary for a similar event. Chargé Kostelancik was honored to welcome these distinguished guests at a multi-faith breakfast today in his home. At this informal meeting Chargé Kostelancik and ... Read More»

By | 15 February, 2018 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News

Diplomats Visit the Mangalica Festival

“Delicious!” “The black pudding is divine!” “I love the sausages!” – Some quotes from Chargé Kostelancik and other Embassy diplomats, who were glad to accept the invitation of Péter Tóth, Chairman of the Mangalica Breeders’ Association, to visit this year’s  Mangalica Fesztivál  on February 9. The Embassy delegation walked around the show, met with producers and retailers, ... Read More»

By | 12 February, 2018 | Topics: Agriculture, Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News

Californian Entrepreneur Talks About Branding and Marketing

Are entrepreneurs born or self-made?  Mohamed Geraldez, a Muslim-American entrepreneur and co-founder of boutique business & brand strategy firm Dragonfly Black, visited Budapest and Debrecen, where he discussed the role of culture in business strategy, how to connect with niche and minority markets, as well as what it really takes to be a successful entrepreneur ... Read More»

By | 9 February, 2018 | Topics: American Spaces, Commercial Opportunities, Events, News

Commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Hungarian Emancipation Law

Chargé d’Affaires David Kostelancik joined leaders of the Hungarian Jewish community, Deputy State Secretary Csaba Latorcai, as well as Italian Cultural Attaché Gian Luca Borghese at the unveiling ceremony of the plaque commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Hungarian Emancipation Law.  Passed unanimously in November 1867, this law granted full citizen rights to Jewish Hungarians ... Read More»

By | 30 January, 2018 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News

Charge Kostelancik Welcomes AmCham’s Regulatory Committee to a Fireside Chat

Charge d’Affaires David J. Kostelancik hosted our friends from the AmCham Regulatory Committee at his residence on January 26.  Among others topics important to these business leaders, they discussed the May 2018 implementation of the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and how it will impact businesses. Read More»

By | 27 January, 2018 | Topics: Business, Chargé d’Affaires, Commercial Affairs, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News

Chargé Kostelancik Visits Győr

Chargé David J. Kostelancik spent an interesting and wonderful day visiting Győr on January 24. During the event-packed day, Chargé Kostelancik met with Mayor Zsolt Borkai to learn more about the city’s economic success story. He also tried some of the fascinating exhibits during his tour of the Mobilis Interactive Exhibition Center, learned more about next-generation ... Read More»

By | 25 January, 2018 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Events, News

Government Shutdown Notice

At this time, scheduled passport and visa services will continue during the lapse in appropriations as the situation permits. This website will not be regularly updated until full operations resume, with the exception of emergency safety and security information. For further information on consular issues, please contact our Consular Section at  https://hu.usembassy.gov/embassy/budapest/sections-offices/consular-section/ Read More»

By | 22 January, 2018 | Topics: Exclude, News

National Security Strategy

On December 18, 2017, President Donald J. Trump unveiled a new National Security Strategy that sets a positive strategic direction for the United States, which will restore America’s advantages in the world and build upon our country’s great strengths. The Strategy identifies four vital national interests as: (1) Protect the homeland, the American people, and American ... Read More»

By | 19 December, 2017 | Topics: Exclude, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: ,

Nicolle Rochelle Concert in Budapest

Remarks by the Chargé d’Affaires David Kostelancik at a Concert Featuring Nicolle Rochelle and the Hot Jazz Band Kassa Jazz Boat December 4, 2017   Good Evening Ladies and Gentlemen!  Jó estét kívánok! This year, Szent Miklós has brought me my gift a day early – the chance to be here with all of you ... Read More»

By | 15 December, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Chargé d’Affaires, Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Public Affairs | Tags:

International Anti-Corruption Day

Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires David Kostelancik at Transparency International Hungary’s Conference on International Anti-Corruption Day December 8, 2017 – as delivered – Thank you Transparency International for inviting me to speak at this event.  Most importantly, thank you for your courageous dedication to the promotion of transparency, accountability, and good governance every day here in ... Read More»

By | 11 December, 2017 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Economic Issues, News, Speeches

Chargé Kostelancik Visits Székesfehérvár

Chargé David J. Kostelancik had a great time visiting the wonderful city of Székesfehérvár on November 21, 2017. After graciously escorting Chargé Kostelancik around City Hall and the main square, Mayor András Cser-Palkovics spoke with Chargé Kostelancik about issues of importance to the city, including its future development and investment plans. Earlier in the day, ... Read More»

By | 29 November, 2017 | Topics: Business, Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, News

Nancy Brinker Award

On November 20, 2017, Chargé d’Affaires David Kostelancik presented this year’s Nancy Brinker Award to an outstanding Hungarian breast cancer professional, psychologist Judit Désfalvi. The Award was established at the initiative of Nancy G. Brinker, former Ambassador to Hungary and President of the Susan G. Komen Foundation as well as of former Ambassador to Hungary Eleni Kounalakis seven years ... Read More»

By | 21 November, 2017 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News

Universal Children’s Day at the U.S. Embassy, Budapest

In commemoration of Universal Children’s Day, and working with our friends at UNICEF , the Embassy welcomed students from two local schools: the Mozgásjavító Általános Iskola és Gimnázium and Apácsai Cere János Gyakorló Gimnázium.  We were delighted to share with these wonderful students information about what the Embassy and the people who work here do every ... Read More»

By | 21 November, 2017 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Political Affairs | Tags: ,

First European-American Migration Health Platform Workshop

In our increasingly inter-connected world – a world in which we can move between cities, climates, continents more quickly and easily than ever in history – a dialogue about protecting an individual’s health must include discussion about protecting the health of our entire community -- whether that means neighbors in the house just down the ... Read More»

By | 20 October, 2017 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Speeches

Remarks by Chargé Kostelancik at AmCham Conference

One of our top priorities at the U.S. Embassy is to increase trade and investment between the United States and Hungary, and I know that this is a priority for the Hungarian government as well.  We are committed to working with the Hungarian government on this, because we both know that investment and trade means ... Read More»

By | 4 October, 2017 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Speeches | Tags: , , ,

Celebrating Central European Contributions to the American Revolution

Remarks as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. David Kostelancik at a Conference in honor of Tadeusz Kosciuszko Co-Hosted with the Polish Institute, the Polish Embassy and the Institute of Hungarian Military History September 27, 2017 State Secretary Vargha, Ambassador Snopek, Director Bajaczyk, Colonel Kovacs, Colonel Horvath, Professor Hermann, Distinguished Speakers and dear Guests, Jó napot kivánok!  Thank ... Read More»

By | 28 September, 2017 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Speeches | Tags: , ,

A Day in Debrecen

Chargé David J. Kostelancik had a wonderful time visiting Debrecen on September 18.  In an event-packed day – including meeting with Mayor László Papp, and visits to the Institute for Nuclear Research, the University of Debrecen, and the Debrecen Industrial Park, as well as discussions with many Embassy friends – Chargé Kostelancik had the opportunity ... Read More»

By | 18 September, 2017 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, News | Tags: ,

Visiting the Coca Cola HBC Hungary’s Newest Warehouse Facility

Chargé David J. Kostelancik was delighted to join Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó and other distinguished guests for the opening ceremony and tour of Coca Cola HBC Hungary’s newest warehouse facility in Dunaharaszti on September 13.  At the ceremony, Coca Cola HBC Hungary General Manager Minas Agelidis opened the bottling and packaging facility, which is a ... Read More»

By | 18 September, 2017 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Commercial Affairs, Deputy Chief of Mission, News

McDaniel College Convocation Ceremony

"The United States is committed to supporting the ongoing free exchange of ideas, through programs like Fulbright and through international institutions like McDaniel College and others here in Budapest, inspiring academic achievement, bringing economic benefits, and contributing to the vibrant civil society of modern Hungary." Read More»

By | 6 September, 2017 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Speeches

Tourist Advisory for Hungary

Tourist Advisory for Hungary U.S. citizens planning to travel to Hungary should acquaint themselves with common tourist scams and areas with a high incidence of theft. Since we would like you to have an enjoyable trip to Hungary, this advisory has been issued in the hope that with advance warning, you can avoid potential theft ... Read More»

By | 31 July, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens

Joint Press Release on the Occasion of the 22nd Budapest Pride Festival

The following joint press release is issued by the Embassies of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Cyprus, Denmark, Ecuador, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mexico, Montenegro,  The Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, The United Kingdom, The United States, and the ... Read More»

By | 6 July, 2017 | Topics: News

Independence Day Celebration

Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. David J. Kostelancik at the Official Independence Day Celebration, U.S. Embassy in Hungary, July 3, 2017 – As Prepared for Delivery – Good afternoon and welcome, everyone.  Welcome, President Sulyok, Dr. Polt, Minister Pintér, Deputy Foreign Minister Szabó, distinguished guests, excellencies, and dear friends.  Happy Independence Day!  Thank you very ... Read More»

By | 3 July, 2017 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches

AmCham Business Forum

Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. David J. Kostelancik at the AmCham Business Forum with Deputy Foreign Minister László Szabó June 29, 2017, Kempinski Hotel Corvinus   – as prepared –  Good afternoon, dear guests.  On behalf of the U.S. Government, I offer my sincere thanks to Farkas [Barsony, AmCham President] and to Irisz and her team ... Read More»

By | 29 June, 2017 | Topics: Business, Chargé d’Affaires, Commercial Affairs, Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches | Tags:

Women’s Networking Salon

On June 27, the Women’s Networking Salon and the International Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) teamed up again and welcomed U.S. Department of State Visiting Speaker Jessica Rannow , Project Manager at the global pharmaceutical company AmerisourceBergen and current President of the U.S. Society of Women Engineers. Jessica has pursued an impressive career as an engineer, and was ... Read More»

By | 27 June, 2017 | Topics: Environment, Gender Issues, News, Sections & Offices

2017 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) Pride Month

Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson, Secretary of State Washington, DC, June 7, 2017 In recognition of LGBTI Month, the Department of State affirms its solidarity with the human rights defenders and civil society organizations working around the world to uphold the fundamental freedoms of LGBTI persons to live with dignity and freedom. We also recognize ... Read More»

By | 13 June, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases | Tags:

Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. David J. Kostelancik in Honor of the 25th Anniversary of the Hungarian-American Fulbright Commission

You are members of a truly impressive society, joining an elite club of top achievers in the humanities, sciences, and the arts for the past 70 years.  Since the Fulbright program started in 1946, there have been more than 370,000 "Fulbrighters" from over 160 countries. Read More»

By | 25 May, 2017 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, News, Speeches | Tags:

Statement from Governor Andrew M. Cuomo – May 24, 2017, Albany, NY

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced his readiness to enter into discussions with the Hungarian Government to continue the New York State-Government of Hungary relationship that enables the Central European University to operate in Budapest.   The Government of Hungary has recently adopted legislation that would force the closure of CEU. This legislation directly contradicts ... Read More»

By | 24 May, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Government of Hungary’s Legislation Impacting Central European University – Press Statement, U.S. Department of State

Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC May 23, 2017 The United States again urges the Government of Hungary to suspend implementation of its amended higher education law, which places discriminatory, onerous requirements on U.S.-accredited institutions in Hungary and threatens academic freedom and independence. The Government of Hungary should engage directly with affected institutions ... Read More»

By | 24 May, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Press Statement after the Hungary-Serbia Border Visit by Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Kostelancik

On May 11, 2017, U.S. Charge d’Affaires, a.i. to Hungary David Kostelancik and U.S. Ambassador to Serbia Kyle Scott paid a joint visit to the Hungary-Serbia border.  Joined by Hungarian Head of Open Asylum Processing Facilities Béla Székely and Serbian Minister of Labor Aleksandar Vulin, the two diplomats viewed the facilities housing and serving asylum ... Read More»

By | 11 May, 2017 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, News

GROW Camp – Girls Rock Our World

If you are a Hungarian high school girl interested in creating positive change while giving back to your community, please apply to the GROW 2017 Camp organized by the American Corner Debrecen! Sharpen your communication and leadership skills and build your confidence. Are you interested in international relations and do you speak English fluently? Don’t hesitate. Apply ... Read More»

By | 26 April, 2017 | Topics: Events, News

Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the United States to Budapest David Kostelancik issued the following statement:

The United States is disappointed by the accelerated passage of legislation targeting Central European University, despite the serious concerns raised by the United States, by hundreds of local and international organizations and institutions, and by thousands of Hungarians who value academic freedom and the many important contributions by Central European University to Hungary. Read More»

By | 4 April, 2017 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Education, News, Press Releases | Tags:

Statement by Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the United States to Budapest David Kostelancik

The United States is very concerned about the legislation proposed by the Hungarian Government yesterday that would severely impact the operations of the Central European University in Budapest. The Central European University is accredited in the United States and Hungary, and it has employed and educated thousands of Hungarians.  It is a premier academic institution ... Read More»

By | 29 March, 2017 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, News, Press Releases

Changes to Filing I-130 Petition Overseas

Effective August 15, 2011, petitioners residing overseas will no longer be able to routinely file Forms I-130, Petitions for Alien Relative, with U.S. Embassies and Consulates except in locations where U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has a public counter presence within the Embassy or Consulate.  Petitioners residing overseas in countries where USCIS does not ... Read More»

By | 22 March, 2017 | Topics: Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens

Remarks at the opening of Alex Webb’s The Suffering of Light photographic exhibit

Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. David J. Kostelancik at the opening of Alex Webb’s The Suffering of Light photographic exhibit Műcsarnok, Budapest February 28, 2017 – as prepared for delivery – Deputy Mayor Szalay-Bobrovniczky, Director Szegő, Director of the Budapest Photo Festival Mucsy, Curator for this exhibit and the Festival Ms. Szarka, and of course, our ... Read More»

By | 28 February, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Chargé d’Affaires, Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches | Tags:

“Continued Attention” – U.S. Chargé d’Affaires on Hungary – Interview with Gabor Nagy of HVG

Interview with Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. David J. Kostelancik Published in Hungarian on February 9, 2017   Interim Chargé d’Affaires David Kostelancik is leading the U.S. diplomatic mission to Budapest in cooperation with his Washington superiors until the new Ambassador arrives.  According to him, the U.S. pays attention to civil organizations and as he sees the current ... Read More»

By | 9 February, 2017 | Topics: Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches, U.S. & Hungary

Az EBESZ képviselője elítéli a sajtószabadság helyzetének és az újságírók biztonságának folyamatos romlását az ukrán kormány ellenőrzésén kívül eső területeken Bécs, 2017. január 24. Az EBESZ Állandó Tanácsa Különleges Ellenőrző Missziója főellenőrének legutóbbi jelentését követően Dunja Mijatovic sajtószabadságért felelős képviselő ma elítélte a sajtószabadság helyzetének és az újságírók biztonságának folyamatos romlását Ukrajna konfliktus sújtotta részein. ... Read More»

By | 2 February, 2017 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Exclude, IRC, News, Reports | Tags: , , , , , ,

A tűzszünet megsértése Kelet-Ukrajnában

Mark Toner megbízott szóvivő nyilatkozata | USA Külügyminisztériuma | Szóvivői Iroda | 2017. január 31. Az Egyesült Államok súlyos aggodalmát fejezi ki a Kelet-Ukrajnában, Avgyijivka-Jaszinuvata környékén a minap kirobbant erőszak miatt. Az EBESZ Különleges Megfigyelő Missziója (Special Monitoring Mission) január 28. óta küld jelentéseket a harcok drámai fokozódásáról, melyekben nehéztüzérség és a minszki egyezmény által ... Read More»

By | 1 February, 2017 | Topics: Exclude, IRC, Press Releases | Tags: , , , , ,

Messages for U.S. Citizens

Filing an I-130 Petition Overseas Except under exceptional circumstances, petitioners residing overseas in countries where USCIS does not have a public counter presence (such as Hungary) are required to file their Forms I-130 by mail with the USCIS Chicago lockbox.  (More information about Filing I-130 Petitions can be found on our Immigrant Visa web page.) The Internal ... Read More»

By | 9 January, 2017 | Topics: Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens

Remarks at a Jazz Concert in Commemoration of the 60th Anniversary of the 1956 Revolution

During tonight’s concert, we celebrate those “barometers of freedom” – the Hungarian jazz musicians who played their music in 1956 in defiance of the Communist government.  And we remember all of the Hungarians who suffered and those who died in the fight for democracy 60 years ago.  Read More»

By | 17 November, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Former U.S. Ambassadors, History, Speeches | Tags: , ,

Hungary Media Freedom – Press Statement, U.S. Department of State

Press Statement Mark C. Toner Deputy Department Spokesperson Washington, DC October 20, 2016 The United States shares the concerns of global press freedom advocates, international organizations, and Hungarian citizens, over the steady decline of media freedom in Hungary. We are following closely the reported ban of an independent website from the parliament building on October ... Read More»

By | 20 October, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Remarks on the occasion of an Unveiling of Statues of Hannah Arendt and Zbigniew Herbert

It is a great pleasure to join you today for the unveiling of statues of two great thinkers and authors, Hannah Arendt and Zbigniew Herbert.  In their works, both reflect on their survival through turmoil and war.  And their accomplishments and writings continue to inspire discussion and debate today. Read More»

By | 20 October, 2016 | Topics: Culture, Former U.S. Ambassadors, History, Speeches | Tags:

Remarks at the Opening of the Exhibit “Children of War” with Photography by David “Chim” Seymour

It is my great pleasure to join you tonight for the opening of this incredible exhibition of works by David “Chim” Seymour, who in his brief 45 years was an eye witness to some of the most historic moments and turbulent times of the past century. Read More»

By | 13 October, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, History, Speeches | Tags: ,

Opening remarks at “Give Life a Chance through Cancer Immunotherapy” Cancer Prevention and Awareness-Raising Program

In today’s world, cancer has a major impact on so many people and families in the United States and across the world.  Too many of us personally know someone affected by cancer – whether we witness the fight of a loved one directly or we see the worry of their family and friends. Read More»

By | 9 September, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Health Issues, Speeches

Press Statement after the Hungary-Serbia Border Visit by Ambassador Bell

Along with my colleague, U.S. Ambassador to Serbia Kyle Scott, I visited the Hungary-Serbia border today.   We are grateful to both the Government of Hungary and the Government of Serbia for their support of our visit, which gave us insight into the tremendous difficulties countries along migration routes face as they work to coordinate actions ... Read More»

By | 28 July, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Remarks at the EU Chambers of Commerce Event

– as prepared – Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. President Tkatchenko, thank you for the invitation to address the EU Chambers of Commerce this evening in such a lovely venue.  As you can imagine, the U.S. Embassy works very closely with the American Chamber of Commerce in Hungary, so we know the valuable work chambers ... Read More»

By | 18 July, 2016 | Topics: Speeches

Remarks at the Independence Day Celebration

– as prepared – Good afternoon and welcome, everyone.  It is a tremendous honor for me to host you in this celebration of America’s 240th anniversary of our independence.  Welcome, Minister Pinter, President Darak, and Prosecutor Polt, Justice Stumpf.  Thank you State Secretary Vargha for coming and I look forward to your remarks.  Welcome, distinguished ... Read More»

By | 1 July, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Joint Press Release on the Occasion of the 21st Budapest Pride Festival

The following joint press release is issued by the Embassies of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, The Netherlands, New Zealand, The United Kingdom, The United States, and the British Council. On the occasion ... Read More»

By | 28 June, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Remarks at the Graduation Ceremony of the ILEA Budapest Law Enforcement Leadership Development Session 103

Thank you, Lieutenant Colonel Gősi, for your kind introduction. Minister Pintér, Ambassadors, Colonel Farkas, Director Terpinas, honored guests, and most of all, ILEA Session 103 Graduates, I am so pleased to be here to celebrate your accomplishments. From the perspective of the United States Government, and specifically from the U.S. State Department, I can’t emphasize enough ... Read More»

By | 24 June, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks at the 11th Biennial Conference of the Hungarian Association for American Studies (HAAS)

Professor Bodis, Mr. Giran, Ms. Bartos, Ambassador Helfand, Professor Fischer, Dr. Taróssy, Dr. Brückner, Ladies and Gentlemen, Jó napot!  Good morning!   I am delighted to be here with you today to celebrate this special occasion — the 11th Biennial Conference of the Hungarian Association for American Studies in association with the Hungarian Association for Ibero-American ... Read More»

By | 12 May, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks at the Meeting with Secondary School Students and Teachers at the Lavender Visitor Center in Tihany

Good Morning!  I am very pleased to have the opportunity to visit Balaton-felvidéki National Park to help celebrate Earth Day this week. I would like to thank Director Puskás, and his colleagues at the National Park Directorate for welcoming us and organizing a great visit for me and the U.S. delegation.  We are excited to ... Read More»

By | 20 April, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks at the Public Education Roundtable in honor of International Roma Day

State Secretary Laszlo Palkovics, esteemed members of the panel, ladies and gentleman, Good afternoon! It is my great pleasure to join you here to observe International Roma Day.  Since 1990, this day has been set aside as an opportunity to celebrate Romani culture and raise awareness of the issues and daily challenges facing the largest ... Read More»

By | 8 April, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Hungarian Islamic Community 100th Anniversary of State Recognition – Remarks at the Commemoration

Thank you to Mr. Bolek and the Hungarian Islamic Community for hosting today’s celebration.  Mr. Bolek, distinguished guests, Assalamu alaykum  [“Peace be with you” in Arabic; standard Muslim greeting worldwide]. We celebrate today a century of Islam’s legal recognized existence in Hungary, though the actual existence of Islam in the territory of Hungary dates back ... Read More»

By | 30 March, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Multiculturalism and the Culture of Tolerance in the United States – Remarks on the Occasion of America Day at Táncsics Mihály High School

Mayor Péter Fenyves, Member of Parliament Gábor Törő, Ambassador András Dékány of the Ministry of Human Capacities, Principal Krisztina Birkás, Teachers and Staff, Students, Jó napot kívánok!  Good morning!   Thank you very much for the invitation to join you today and for the very warm welcome to Mór! Since 2008, the Ministry of Human Capacities ... Read More»

By | 23 March, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks at the Karinthy Model United Nations 2016 Conference

Thank you, Madame Chairwoman, Model UN delegates, and distinguished guests.  It is an honor to be here and I am delighted to speak with you today.  I’d like to welcome the delegates from the United States, and also from Hungary, Slovakia, Poland, Serbia, and Germany. Congratulations to Karinthy High School for hosting such an excellent ... Read More»

By | 10 March, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks on the Occasion of the Signing Ceremony of an Agreement between Marymount University (VA) and the National University of Public Service

Minister Pintér, Rector Pátyi, President Shank, Ambassador Szemerkényi, Ladies and Gentlemen, Good morning!  Jó reggelt kívánok!  Thank you very much for the invitation to join you today and participate in this morning’s ceremony!  I am honored to witness the signing of the memorandum of understanding between Marymount University and the National University of Public Service.  ... Read More»

By | 7 March, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Mandiner.hu interview with Ambassador Daniel Baer, U.S Representative to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE)

If I am not mistaken you are good friends with Chelsea Clinton. That’s right, but this is not professional qualification. Who knows, it might come handy in professional issues too … if , say, her mother Hillary wins the presidential election, will you be the Secretary of State? I would be the most surprised person ... Read More»

By | 25 February, 2016 | Topics: Speeches

Focus On Ukraine

As part of the Focus On Ukraine event series, the Embassies of Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and the United States organized a screening of the Oscar-nominated documentary “Winter on Fire: Ukraine’s Fight for Freedom”, which tells the story of the Maidan movement. Ukrainian Charge Yunger, UK Deputy Ambassador Jones and Ambassador Bell provided introductory remarks.  Photos on Facebook » ... Read More»

By | 23 February, 2016 | Topics: Events

Remarks at the Screening of the Film Winter on Fire: Ukraine’s Fight for Freedom

Hello everyone.  I’m Colleen Bell, United States Ambassador to Hungary.  I would like to welcome you and thank you for coming.  I am so pleased you could join us tonight to watch this important and powerful film — Winter on Fire: Ukraine’s Fight for Freedom. This film screening is a highlight of the work of ... Read More»

By | 23 February, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Professional Development Fellowship Program for Roma Applicants – September 15 – November 15, 2016

The Embassy of the United States of America in Budapest is pleased to announce this year’s Professional Development Fellowship Program for exceptional university students and recent graduates from the Roma community.   The program offers participants general professional training and intensive English language instruction in order to develop skills that are essential for tomorrow’s leaders in ... Read More»

By | 19 February, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

“The only pressure that came to bear was the pressure of moral persuasion” – Interview with Ambassador Colleen Bell in Hungarian weekly HVG

If we speak the language of your original profession, that is, being a producer, how would you summarize the first season of your time as Ambassador for those who will also be following the second season? Every good television series has exciting and quiet parts, tense and peaceful moments. I’ve had all those in my first ... Read More»

By | 10 February, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Tributes from Vice President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and Senator Edward J. Markey on the Occasion of the Naming of Tom Lantos Street in Budapest

Office of the Vice President of the United States of America Dear Friends, I wish that I could be there with you today to honor my dear friend Tom Lantos.  For all the years he lived in the United States and served in our Congress, Tom never forgot his Hungarian roots.  He told me many ... Read More»

By | 1 February, 2016 | Topics: Speeches

Remarks at the 4th Annual RETURN – U.S. Alumni in Hungary Conference

Good afternoon, everybody! Thank you, Dr. Aáry-Tamás and Professor Szuromi for your excellent welcome remarks and words of inspiration to start this year’s RETURN conference.  I would also like to thank Ms. Smith Lacey – Anna — for moderating today’s event.  It is my great pleasure to be here again, and I thank the U.S. ... Read More»

By | 30 January, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks at the 2nd AmCham Business Forum Lunch

– as delivered – Madam Ambassador, President Pongrácz, Ms. Lippai-Nagy, Mr. Benkő, ladies and gentlemen.  Good afternoon and thank you for welcoming me to this second iteration of the “Dual Ambassadors’ Chat!” It is a great pleasure for me to be able to share the stage once again with my good friend Reka Szemerkényi under ... Read More»

By | 20 January, 2016 | Topics: Speeches

“Balint Homan’s Anti-Semitism” by DRL DAS Rob Berschinski

Good morning, and thank you for coming to this important event about Balint Homan’s historical legacy. I’d like to thank Political Capital, and in particular Peter Kreko, for hosting and organizing this seminar. And I am grateful for the presence of Ambassador Bell, other ambassadors and representatives of the diplomatic community, and those who are ... Read More»

By | 15 December, 2015 | Topics: Speeches

Leadership for Women in Law Enforcement

On behalf of the U.S. Embassy and ILEA Budapest, I welcome you to this very important course on Leadership for Women in Law Enforcement.  It is a thrill for me to meet so many strong, dedicated women law enforcement officers. Director Terpinas told me that this course is always one of the highlights of the ... Read More»

By | 14 December, 2015 | Topics: Speeches

Remarks at Transparency International Anti-Corruption Day Event

Thank you, Jozsef and Transparency International, for inviting me to speak at this important event.  I commend you and your colleagues on your tireless work to promote transparency, accountability, and good governance.  Your efforts make a difference in Hungary and around the world. It was on this day in 2003, in Merida, Mexico, that the ... Read More»

By | 9 December, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Corruption Harms Us All: Here’s What We Can Do About It – Op-ed by the U.S. Department of State’s Luis E. Arreaga

By the U.S. Department of State’s Luis E. Arreaga, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs As many who read this are no doubt aware, business leaders often confront difficult and seemingly impossible challenges not only to thrive, but just to survive.  As a diplomat, many have told me that ending ... Read More»

By | 9 December, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Remarks at Papa Air Base

Thank you, Mr. Siklosi, General Orosz, General Vollmecke, General Safar, and Colonel Gangler, and men and women of Papa Air Base and the 74th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron. I’m honored to be here at Papa today to celebrate the growing cooperation between NATO Allies.  Even before 1999, when Hungary and the U.S. became Allies, our two ... Read More»

By | 2 December, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Act Today for a More Secure Tomorrow! Op-ed by Ambassador Colleen Bell published in Hungarian daily Magyar Idők

From rising seas across the globe and the melting of Greenland’s sheet ice to the bleaching of coral reefs around many coasts, the signs of climate change are all around us.  As a global society, we are at a critical juncture where our decisions today will help shape the climate our children and children’s children ... Read More»

By | 2 December, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

U.S. Statement on Hungarian Chairmanship of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA)

Delivered by Nicholas Dean, U.S. Special Envoy for Holocaust Issues Statement at the IHRA Plenary meeting on 5 November 2015 We congratulate and commend Hungary and in particular State Secretary Szabolcs Takács for the Chairmanship of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) during 2015. We applaud the large number of initiatives introduced by Hungary prior ... Read More»

By | 5 November, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

“We Will Build a Stronger Bridge” – Remarks at Corvinus University

Thank you very much Vice Rector Görög for the kind introduction and to Corvinus University, the organizer and host of this event.  And to my diplomatic corps colleagues; representatives of the Government of Hungary; Corvinus administrators, academics, and students; business leaders; friends from the American Corner; ladies and gentlemen, thank you all for coming.  I ... Read More»

By | 28 October, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks at Brave Warrior “Distinguished Visitor” Day

This exercise is a great example of multilateral cooperation that ensures our nations’ militaries are better able to operate together as NATO Allies.  Interoperability is vital to our success.   Our militaries have been learning, training, and fighting together as NATO allies for more than 15 years.  The NATO alliance is an enduring commitment – not ... Read More»

By | 21 October, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks to Introduce U.S. Department of State Speaker Scott Jenkins at the Hungarian Association of Women Judges

Jó napot kivánok/Good afternoon. To start, I want to thank the Hungarian Association of Women Judges for hosting this event today and providing a forum for today’s presentation by the visiting speaker for the U.S. Department of State, Lieutenant Scott Jenkins, a retired U.S. police officer and expert in the prevention and prosecution of domestic ... Read More»

By | 20 October, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Art in Embassies

Ambassador Bell opened the Budapest 2015 Art in Embassies collection at the Ambassador’s Residence on October 16. Watch the video to learn more about the program and glimpse the modern American art! Read More»

By | 16 October, 2015 | Topics: Events

Remarks on “Transatlantic Thought” – Hungarian Atlantic Council

(as prepared) Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen.  Rector Patyi, Professor Vizi, Minister Simicsko, dear colleagues, students and friends.  It is my great pleasure to be here with you today, and to address this conference on the significance of “transatlantic thought”. It is also a great pleasure to share this panel with Minister Simicsko, and, through ... Read More»

By | 13 October, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks at American Chamber of Commerce “Practical Compliance” Conference

Thank you Dr. Nemescsói, for your kind introduction, and thank you Ferenc for the invitation to speak at this event.  I am also delighted to share the stage with Minister of Justice Trócsányi.  Minister Trócsányi, panelists, and American Chamber of Commerce members, good morning.  AmCham’s efforts have been an essential component to the growth of ... Read More»

By | 30 September, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks for the Inaugural Forestry Crime and Illegal Logging Course

Ladies and Gentlemen, On behalf of the United States Government, I am very pleased to welcome you to the International Law Enforcement Academy in Budapest.  The mission of ILEA is to support the region’s emerging democracies through international cooperation to combat crime and to promote social, political and economic stability. To achieve these goals, ILEA ... Read More»

By | 28 September, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks at the Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Press Conference Sponsored by the Ministry of Interior

Jó napot kívánok!  Thank you very much, Deputy State Secretary Krisztina Berta, for your kind invitation to join this event.  I would also like to thank the media representatives for attending today.  Your reporting greatly helps us raise public awareness.  And raising awareness – as Ms. Berta already made clear – is critical in preventing ... Read More»

By | 13 August, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks at the Graduation Ceremony of the ILEA Budapest

Law Enforcement Leadership Development Session 100 Thank you, Lieutenant Colonel Gősi, for your kind introduction. Minister Pintér, Ambassador Brownfield, Ambassador Esmerov, Ambassador Benisheva, Colonel Farkas,  Mr. Barnett, Director Terpinas, honored guests, and most of all, ILEA Session 100 Graduates, I am so pleased to be here to celebrate your accomplishments. From the perspective of the ... Read More»

By | 17 July, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Joint Press Release on the Occasion of the 20th Budapest Pride Festival

The following joint press release is issued by the Embassies of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, The Netherlands, New Zealand, The United Kingdom and The United States On the occasion of the 20th Budapest Pride Festival, we convey our ... Read More»

By | 3 July, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Remarks at the U.S. Embassy – Institute for Foreign Affairs and Trade Panel Discussion on Ukraine

Good morning everyone and thank you for coming. I am pleased to be here with such distinguished guests for what promises to be a vibrant discussion on Ukraine and the ramifications of the crisis – for Ukrainians, and for all of us. Before we get started, I wanted to thank everyone who made this event ... Read More»

By | 18 June, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks at Central European Institute (CEI) Event

Hello everyone.   I’m pleased to be here with this impressive group of business leaders, academics, government officials, and community organizers – each of you dedicated to enhancing and expanding relations between Hungary and the United States. First of all, Chris: thank you for the invitation to be here today.  Your work and the work of ... Read More»

By | 12 June, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks at the Book Launch for “The Future of Holocaust Memorialization”

I’d like to begin by thanking Rector Shattuck and Anna-Mária Biró for organizing this event and the conference last year, and to thank Dr. Pető and Prof. Thorson for editing and bringing this book into being, and to all of you for keeping this important issue of Holocaust Memorialization alive and open for discussion. Keeping ... Read More»

By | 21 May, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks at the Fulbright Farewell Reception

Good evening.  I’m so happy to participate in another Fulbright event – this time to bid farewell to the American Fulbright grantees who are completing their year in Hungary and to celebrate their marvelous academic achievements.  This event is also an occasion to extend best wishes to the departing Hungarian grantees whose Fulbright experience is about ... Read More»

By | 15 May, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks at the opening of the General Assembly of the European Federation for Intercultural Learning

Good morning, everyone.  I’m so delighted to be here, and thank you, Mr. Csaba (Chairman of the Board of AFS Hungary), for your kind invitation.  Let me first congratulate all of you on the centennial anniversary of your organization, American Field Service , and on the 25th anniversary of your chapter in Hungary.  You have a history to ... Read More»

By | 15 May, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks at the Visit to Hungarian Special Forces in Szolnok

The development of the Hungarian Special Forces has been remarkable. Hungary started with no Special Forces in 2005, and by 2013 was able to provide command and control for special operations from 5 different nations – including the U.S. – who were conducting important operations across 4 regions within Afghanistan. Hungarian Special Forces have served ... Read More»

By | 8 May, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks before the Concert in Support of Equal Opportunity for People with Disabilities

Good evening, everyone.  I am very pleased to be here with you tonight for a very special concert and I would like to thank the organizers – Harmony Foundation and the Fulbright Commission and, personally, Rita Hoffmann and Maria Flamich for inviting us to be a part of it.  What you are about to hear touches on ... Read More»

By | 5 May, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Press Releases, Speeches

Remarks at the English for Journalists Course at American Corner Budapest

I want to begin by thanking Erika Sólyom, our capable coordinator here at the American Corner Budapest , as well as Corvinus University, for agreeing to host today’s meeting. Thanks also to Timea Tiboldi, for spending much of the past nine months helping to develop this course, and for now facilitating your class over the next 10 weeks. ... Read More»

By | 28 April, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

U.S. Embassy Congratulates for Child Pornography Bust

The U.S. Embassy in Hungary congratulates the Hungarian National Police and U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement for their successful work together on an investigation resulting in the arrest of two Hungarian citizens on suspicion of engaging in child pornography activities. In 2014, U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, which is a branch of the U.S. ... Read More»

By | 23 April, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Remarks on the Occasion of the 70th Anniversary of the Liberation of Survivors of Bergen-Belsen Concentration Camp (Friday, April 13, 1945)

Good afternoon, everyone. It is a great honor for me to participate in this moving reunion with you and your families – and to celebrate with the American liberators who set you free!  I am so proud of our American soldiers!  True heroes! I have read a great deal about the events of Friday, the ... Read More»

By | 19 April, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Press Releases, Speeches

Remarks at the Memorial Day of the Victims of Hungarian Holocaust

Thank you, Chairman Haraszti, for the invitation to attend this event and share with you the strong support of the United States and my own deep personal commitment to the important work of Holocaust remembrance. It is our profound duty to preserve the sacred memories of the victims of this most profoundly tragic episode in ... Read More»

By | 16 April, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Press Releases, Speeches

Empowering Girls in Technology: the Story of HAESF Alumna Szilvia Koleszár

While having worked for LogMeIn as a Talent Acquisition Manager, Szilvi participated in the Senior Leaders and Scholars Fellowship of the Hungarian-American Enterprise Scholarship Fund (HAESF) in 2014. Her original research focused on how US tech startups scale their business from a HR perspective, how they manage talent acquisition and employer branding. Not long into ... Read More»

By | 26 March, 2015 | Topics: Alumni

Women Leaders Event

On March 12, Ambassador Bell gave the keynote speech at a Women in Leadership event sponsored by Citibank, and she participated in a Question and Answer session with Hungarian women corporate leaders. Read More»

By | 12 March, 2015 | Topics: Events

Remarks Before the Concert by Nicole Taylor and Daniel Ernst at the House of Hungarian Heritage

Good evening!  I am so pleased to be here tonight and to welcome our distinguished guests – Nicole Taylor and Daniel Ernst.  Ms. Taylor has established herself in the United States and internationally as an artist of extraordinary talent, with an extensive repertoire covering a vast variety of styles and genres.   Her accompanist, Mr. Ernst, ... Read More»

By | 25 February, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

IVLP alumna Agnes Lux , Advocacy Director of the UNICEF National Committee in Hungary

Congratulations to our IVLP alumna Agnes Lux who was appointed the Advocacy Director of the UNICEF National Committee in Hungary as of November 1st 2014. Agnes participated in the U.S. Government-sponsored International Visitor Leadership Program in 2014 with the focus on “Children in the U.S. judicial system” – an experience she found most rewarding and ... Read More»

By | 24 February, 2015 | Topics: Alumni

Introductory Remarks at the Lunch hosted for Mykhailo Yunger, Charge d’Affaires of the Embassy of Ukraine

Hello everyone, and welcome.  I’m pleased you could join me for lunch.  Chargé Yunger, my personal welcome to you, and my thanks for coming today.  It is my first opportunity to meet you, and it is a privilege to host you and your colleague.  And a warm welcome and thank you to all of my ... Read More»

By | 17 February, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches

Remarks to the American Chamber of Commerce Business Forum

Madam Ambassador, Minister Martonyi, Mr. Pongrácz, Ms. Lippai-Nagy, Mr. Benkő, ladies and gentlemen.  Good Afternoon. It is a great pleasure for me to attend this, my first AmCham Hungary event, made even more pleasant by the participation of my friend, Ambassador Szemerkényi.  I understand it is quite rare to have both the U.S. Ambassador to Hungary and ... Read More»

By | 11 February, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Speeches