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EU rushes to unlock billions for Hungary as Magyar prepares for power

Celebrations in front of the Hungarian parliament on 13 April 2026, after Peter Magyar defeated Prime Minister Viktor Orban in elections and ended his 16 years in power. © AP - Sam McNeil

European Union officials are meeting Hungarian prime minister-elect Peter Magyar's team in Budapest on Friday, hoping to fast-track cooperation and work towards unblocking billions in funding before he takes office next month.

The talks will cover several urgent issues, including a massive loan for Ukraine and roughly €17 billion in EU funds frozen during Viktor Orban's 16-year rule.

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