Ambassador Pressman Honors Cardinal Mindszenty
Escaping persecution from communist authorities, Cardinal József Mindszenty sheltered inside the U.S. Embassy for a period of fifteen years beginning on November 4, 1956.
Read More»Escaping persecution from communist authorities, Cardinal József Mindszenty sheltered inside the U.S. Embassy for a period of fifteen years beginning on November 4, 1956.
Read More»Ambassador Pressman traveled to Washington, DC to consult with senior U.S. government officials about the U.S.-Hungary bilateral relationship.
Read More»Procedures for all Hungarian passport holders to utilize the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) have been modified.
Read More»“Every story of freedom has its heroes; but heroes come in many forms.”
Read More»We the undersigned embassies and cultural institutes express our full support for members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (LGBTQI+) community in Hungary and their rights to equality and non-discrimination, freedom of expression and peaceful assembly, and freedom from violence.
Read More»Ambassador David Pressman invited a team of contemporary Hungarian artists to display their innovative work in his official residence over the past three months.
Read More»“I am authorizing our 40th drawdown for Ukraine, which will provide $325 million worth of U.S. arms and equipment.”
Read More»“The United States continues to work closely with our European partners on important issues related to the rule of law, countering corruption, and promoting transparency.”
Read More»In coordination with the G7, Australia, and other partners, the United States is imposing new sanctions today on Russia for its illegal war in Ukraine.
Read More»This new security assistance will allow Ukraine to continue to bravely defend itself against Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified war.
Read More»“It was insightful to hear the residents of Mátészalka’s perspectives on Hungary’s relationship with Ukraine as Russia’s war continues to destroy lives and livelihoods and create additional hardships for Hungarians.”
Read More»The Ambassador will engage with community members, refugees from Ukraine, representatives of the Jewish community, municipal leaders, Hungarian border officials, and members of the press.
Read More»On Yom HaShoah we remember and honor the six million Jews and the millions of others the Nazis murdered.
Read More»Close economic engagement with Russia feeds the Russian war machine, which threatens transatlantic security.
Read More»The Department of State and the Department of Treasury are imposing sanctions on more than 120 entities and individuals across more than 20 countries and jurisdictions in connection with the Russian Federation’s unlawful and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, including facilitators of sanctions evasion.
Read More»This new security assistance will allow Ukraine to continue to bravely defend itself against Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified war.
Read More»“Today was my first visit to Szeged, but it will not be my last. This is a beautiful city with a rich culture.”
Read More»This report makes a factual, objective, and rigorous accounting of human rights conditions around the world, looking at nearly 200 countries and territories
Read More»I am authorizing our 34th drawdown of U.S. arms and equipment for Ukraine valued at $350 million.
Read More»The United States welcomes President Erdogan’s announcement that he will send Finland’s NATO accession protocols to the Turkish Parliament and looks forward to the prompt conclusion of that process.
Read More»“Hungary has reached an important moment in determining its future path,” the Ambassador said.
Read More»“The United States will, as we have done for decades, continue to stand for the dream of a Ukraine whole, free, and at peace, alongside our Allies and partners, and now with the brave people of Ukraine, for as long as it takes.”
Read More»President Biden met with the Bucharest Nine (B9) group of our eastern flank NATO Allies.
Read More»Statement by Hayashi Yoshimasa, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan in his capacity as Chair of the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Munich Security Conference.
Read More»Anthony J. Blinken, U.S. Secretary of State authorized the 32nd drawdown of U.S. arms and equipment for Ukraine since August 2021.
Read More»Dr. Aubrey Paris visited Hungary from February 12-15.
Read More»I am in Kyiv today to meet with President Zelenskyy and reaffirm our unwavering and unflagging commitment to Ukraine’s democracy, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.
Read More»Administrator Samantha Power visits Hungary .
Read More»Administrator Samantha Power will travel to Budapest.
Read More»U.S. Ambassador to Hungary David Pressman traveled to Gödöllő on February 1.
Read More»In this first week of 2023, the United States continues to stand strongly behind Ukraine and our European allies and partners by announcing more than $3.75 billion in new military assistance.
Read More»USAID is supporting new locally driven initiatives in Central Europe with the goal of strengthening democratic institutions, civil society, and independent media, all pillars of healthy, resilient democratic societies.
Read More»U.S. Ambassador to Hungary David Pressman traveled to Brussels on December 6-8 for consultations with senior European Union officials and Hungarian officials.
Read More»Embassy of the United States of America Budapest, Hungary December 2, 2022 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE U.S. Ambassador to Hungary David Pressman traveled to Miskolc and Hernádszentandrás on December 2. Hosted at the University of Miskolc by Minister of Justice Judit Varga, an alumna of the university and chair of its board of trustees, Ambassador …
Read More»The funding, which will help alleviate the acute budget deficit caused by Putin’s brutal war of aggression, was made possible with generous bipartisan support from Congress.
Read More»This November marks the anniversary of the Holodomor — “death by hunger.”
Read More»The United States strongly condemns Russia’s latest missile attacks against Ukraine.
Read More»The United States Embassy’s recent meeting with representatives of the Hungarian judiciary is consistent with the normal conduct of diplomacy by the United States and other countries – including Hungary – around the world.
Read More»“The United States wants to address the many shared challenges we face today together with Hungary.”
Read More»Embassy of the United States of America Budapest, Hungary October 18, 2022 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ambassador Pressman Travels to Brussels for EU Consultations U.S. Ambassador to Hungary David Pressman traveled to Brussels on October 11-12 to consult with Hungarian officials and European partners on a range of issues central to the transatlantic alliance. During his …
Read More»The United States strongly condemns Russia’s missile strikes today across Ukraine, including in Kyiv.
Read More»This drawdown will bring the total U.S. military assistance for Ukraine to more than $17.5 billion since the beginning of this Administration.
Read More»I’m thrilled to return to Budapest, a beautiful and special place I first visited more than twenty years ago.
Read More»Ambassador David Pressman presented his Letter of Credence to President of Hungary Katalin Novák at Sándor Palace in Budapest.
Read More»U.S. Ambassador-Designate to Hungary David Pressman traveled to the border towns of Záhony and Tuzsér in northeastern Hungary to observe conditions for refugees fleeing Russia’s brutal war in Ukraine.
Read More»I wish the people of Hungary a happy Saint Stephen’s Day, as you celebrate the foundation of your nation more than a millennium ago.
Read More»On August 2nd, on the occasion of Roma Holocaust Memorial Day we remember with somberness the tragic genocide of hundreds of thousands of Europe’s Roma people.
Read More»The U.S. Embassy condemns all ideologies, policies, and rhetoric that give oxygen to the doctrines of hate and division.
Read More»On the occasion of the 27th Budapest Pride Festival, embassies and cultural institutes in Hungary express their 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.
Read More»We announced an additional $1 billion in additional military assistance for Ukraine.
Read More»Pursuant to a delegation from the President, I am authorizing our eleventh drawdown of arms and equipment from U.S. Department of Defense inventories for Ukraine’s defense, valued at up to $700 million.
Read More»Through its invasion of and actions in Ukraine since 2014, Russia has violated the international rules-based order, particularly the UN Charter, conceived after the Second World War to spare successive generations from the scourge of war.
Read More»Together, we commemorate the shared resilience and resolve of all the soldiers and civilians that led to the Allied victory over the Nazis.
Read More»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»Gen. Richard D. Clarke, Commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, and Maj. Gen. David Tabor, Commander of U.S. Special Operations Command Europe, visited Hungary Nov. 18 as part of a routine, regional circulation through central Europe.
Read More»To highlight the deep and historic ties between our countries, we will continue an awareness campaign highlighting Hungary’s connections to the United States, as well as to NATO and other Western institutions.
Read More»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»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»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»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»November 30, 2020 The U.S. Embassy in Budapest strongly condemns the statements made in a recent op-ed equating current debates in Europe with the horrific murder of millions of people during the Holocaust. There should be no tolerance for Holocaust relativization and minimization of any kind.
Read More»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»On behalf of the Government of the United States and the American people, I congratulate the Hungarian people as you commemorate St. Stephen’s Day and join with you in celebrating the founding of the Hungarian state more than 1,000 years ago.
Read More»U.S. Embassy Budapest is deeply concerned about the attack on Friday at the 9th District City Hall in Budapest and the incident on Sunday at the Budapest City Hall.
Read More»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»Co-hosted by the U.S. Commercial Service and the International Franchise Association and U.S. brands will be meeting with potential franchisees.
Read More»Hungarian and U.S. Special Operations Forces began a training engagement 25 October, 2019 at the invitation of Hungarian SOF and through coordination by U.S. and Hungarian governments.
Read More»The U.S. Embassy Budapest is deeply troubled by the attack yesterday on the Aurora community center in Budapest.
Read More»On the occasion of Saint Stephen’s Day, I would like to extend my best wishes to the government and people of Hungary on behalf of the government of the United States.
Read More»Ambassador Cornstein’s Statement Following Parliament’s Final Approval of Legislation to Ratify the New Defense Cooperation Agreement between the United States and Hungary
Read More»On the occasion of the 24th Budapest Pride Festival, we convey our support to members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community and their right to equality, freedom from discrimination, and the right to assemble and express themselves peacefully and lawfully.
Read More»Ambassador David B. Cornstein travelled to Washington DC this week to lead a delegation of Hungarian business leaders to the SelectUSA Investment Summit.
Read More»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»To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the 1989 regime change in Hungary, Veszprem is hosting Think Freedom, an urban spectacle and multidisciplinary art installation by renowned American artist Edina Seleskovic, on Szabadsag ter in Veszprem, Hungary.
Read More»President Donald J. Trump will welcome Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary to the White House on May 13, 2019.
Read More»On behalf of the Government of the United States, it is my great pleasure to congratulate the Romani people on the occasion of International Roma Day.
Read More»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»No other institution or country or geopolitical power can offer the security and respect for sovereignty and personal liberty that NATO offers.
Read More»February 11, 2019 Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Read More»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»The United States Government is disappointed that the Hungarian government and CEU have not concluded an agreement that would allow the university to continue its U.S.-accredited programs in Hungary.
Read More»The United States is disappointed in the Hungarian government’s decision to extradite the Lyubishins to Russia.
Read More»“It is with great sadness that I offer my condolences and respect for the victims of the shooting perpetrated at The Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. “
Read More»“CEU remains a priority for the U.S. Government and has overwhelming bipartisan support in the United States.”
Read More»On behalf of the Government of the United States, it is my pleasure to congratulate the people of Hungary on the occasion of Saint Stephen’s Day.
Read More»On the occasion of the 23rd Budapest Pride Festival, we convey our support to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) communities and their right to express themselves peacefully and lawfully.
Read More»The United States joins people around the world in celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) Pride Month, and reaffirms its commitment to protecting and defending the human rights of all, including LGBTI persons.
Read More»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»Statement from Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. David J. Kostelancik on the 40th Anniversary of the Homecoming of the Hungarian Holy Crown
Read More»Budapest, Hungary – Chargé d’Affaires David Kostelancik today announced that ten companies from a variety of industries across Hungary will be travelling to Washington D.C.
Read More»The United States is troubled by the Hungarian parliament’s passage of legislation that unfairly burdens a targeted group of Hungarian civil society organizations, many of which focus on fighting corruption and protecting human rights and civil liberties.
Read More»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»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»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»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»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»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»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»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»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»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 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»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»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»Good afternoon, everyone. Jó napot kívánok! I can’t tell you how delighted I am to welcome you to a garden party at my home. Aren’t we lucky with the weather?! I also want to acknowledge that a number of teachers, students and school directors have come from quite far away to join us, and I …
Read More»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»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»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»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»Today, with heavy hearts, we remember the six million Jews and the millions of other victims of Nazi brutality who were murdered during the Holocaust. Yom HaShoah is a day to reaffirm our responsibilities to ourselves and future generations. It is incumbent upon us to make real those timeless words, “Never forget. Never again.” Yet, …
Read More»Ambassador Colleen Bell and Hungarian Minister for Human Resources Zoltán Balog signed an agreement today to eliminate dual taxation of U.S. and Hungarian citizens as a result of the payment of social security taxes to both countries based on the same earnings. The agreement promotes equity and fairness for workers who divide their careers between …
Read More»In line with CEU’s strategic sustainability goals, the U.S. Department of State’s Regional Environmental, Science & Technology, and Health (ESTH) Hub for Central and Eastern Europe has partnered with the University to provide a $30,000 grant to support a Sustainable University Network (SUN) of student environmental groups in Hungary. The Sustainable University Network will promote …
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