Hungary National Day
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.
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Congressional Delegation in Budapest
Ambassador Cornstein and the U.S. Embassy welcomed a delegation of eight Members of Congress to Hungary July 1-3, 2019.
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Statement by Ambassador Cornstein
Ambassador Cornstein’s Statement Following Parliament’s Final Approval of Legislation to Ratify the New Defense Cooperation Agreement between the United States and Hungary
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Kennedy Center Awards Gold Medal in the Arts to Four Hungarian Artists
Kennedy Center awarded Gold Medals to four extraordinary Hungarian artists: conductor Ádám Fischer, conductor Ivan Fischer, pianist and composer György Kurtág, and soprano Eva Marton.
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Press Statement: Ambassador Cornstein Participation in SelectUSA Investment Summit 2019
Ambassador David B. Cornstein travelled to Washington DC this week to lead a delegation of Hungarian business leaders to the SelectUSA Investment Summit.
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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.
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Exchange Program for Generation Z&Y
To commemorate the 1989 Fall of the Berlin Wall, the U.S. Department of State is launching a special exchange program, Telling Our Stories.
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Call for Grant Applications: “Remembering 1989 and Strengthening the Transatlantic Relationship”
An open competition for organizations and individuals to submit applications to carry out a program that highlights the 30th anniversary of regime change in Hungary.
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Deputy Chief of Mission David Kostelancik Visited Szeged
He not only met with leaders of the local government, scientific community, and academia, but also adopted a cougar in the Szeged Zoo on behalf of the Embassy.
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President Trump Met Prime Minister Orbán
Recognizing the longstanding ties between the United States and Hungary, the President and the Prime Minister discussed ways to deepen cooperation on a range of issues, including trade, energy, and cyber security.
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Public Art Installation Think Freedom Opens in Veszprem
The installation is a reflection on the meaning of freedom, incorporating sculpture, performance, light, sound, film, the art of literary word, and new global communication technologies, while connecting young generations with the universal power of art.
Read More» White House Statement on the Visit of His Excellency Viktor Orban, Prime Minister of Hungary
President Donald J. Trump will welcome Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary to the White House on May 13, 2019.
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McDaniel College – 25 Years in Budapest
Ambassador Cornstein was delighted to help celebrate the 25th anniversary of the foundation of McDaniel College’s Budapest Campus on April 26, 2019.
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Chargé Kostelancik Visits Debrecen
Chargé Kostelancik had a full day in Debrecen on April 10.
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Read More» Statement from Ambassador David B. Cornstein on the signing of the Defense Cooperation Agreement
“I commend Foreign Minister Szijjártó and the Hungarian government for signing the Defense Cooperation Agreement today on the margins of the Meeting of NATO Foreign Ministers in Washington, DC.”
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Defense Cooperation Agreement
On April 4, 2019 the United States and Hungary signed a Defense Cooperation Agreement in Washington, D.C. Both our countries signed this agreement to deepen the U.S.-Hungary security partnership and this is a major step in strengthening the bilateral relationship. Read Ambassador Cornstein’s statement
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Creative Ideas and Excellent Organization – America Day in Kecskemét
Szentgyörgyi Albert High School in Kecskemét did an exceptionally great job!
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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 …
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Remarks by Ambassador David B. Cornstein to Commemorate the 20th Anniversary of Hungary’s Accession to NATO
No other institution or country or geopolitical power can offer the security and respect for sovereignty and personal liberty that NATO offers.
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Secretary Pompeo’s Visit in Budapest
Secretary Pompeo’s program during his visit in Budapest on February 11, 2019.
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Remarks by Secretary of State Pompeo And Foreign Minister Szijjarto At a Press Availability
February 11, 2019 Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Read More» Secretary Pompeo Remarks to Press at U.S. Embassy Budapest
This afternoon I’ll meet with a group of leaders from Hungarian civil society. I’m anxious to hear from them about the conditions they believe Hungary finds itself in, their thoughts on how best to move forward.
Read More» 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 …
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Remarks by Deputy Chief of Mission Kostelancik at the Tom Lantos Book Launch
I am certain that he would have been proud of the excellent work of the Institute, of its focus on Jewish life and anti-Semitism, Roma rights and citizenship, as well as the rights of Hungarian minorities.
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Remarks by Ambassador David B. Cornstein to the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Hungarian Parliament
Like any long-term relationship, we’ve had our ups and downs, but also like in any other healthy relationship, we’ve overcome those differences and emerged stronger and closer through honest and respectful dialogue.
Read More» Press Statement: Central European University (CEU)
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» Hungary: Lyubishin Extradition
The United States is disappointed in the Hungarian government’s decision to extradite the Lyubishins to Russia.
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Secretary of Energy Rick Perry Visits Budapest
During his visit, Secretary Perry met with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó and discussed multiple topics.
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U.S. Embassy Statement on Central European University
“CEU remains a priority for the U.S. Government and has overwhelming bipartisan support in the United States.”
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Ambassador Cornstein Visits Pápa Air Base
Ambassador Cornstein made his first visit to Pápa Air Base on October 11, 2018.
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Ambassador Cornstein Visits Szeged
Ambassador Cornstein met with Mayor Botka, and visited the American Corner and the New Synagogue.
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Ambassador Cornstein Meets Prime Minister Orban
Ambassador Cornstein met with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on the evening of September 10.
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Statement by Secretary Pompeo on Saint Stephen’s Day
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.
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Unit Training Observation Day in Hajmáskér
These exercises help our Soldiers build their readiness while illustrating the commitment of the United States to our NATO ally and partner Hungary, and are also vital opportunities to demonstrate our shared commitments to peace, security, and stability in Europe.
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“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 …
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