Speech by Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary at the 7th EU-AU Summit in Luanda
Thank you, Mr President, for giving me the floor.
Speech by Dr. Tamás Sulyok on the anniversary of the 1956 Revolution and War of Independence
My fellow countrymen!
Hungarians celebrating in the Carpathian Basin and around the world!
Sixty-nine years ago, people from the diverse community of Hungarians courageously took to the streets to celebrate freedom. Coming from different walks of life, social positions, and values, they set out together on the same path.
Being Hungarian is a value - a value that sustains – Address by the Head of State at the Opening of the Hungarian Standing Conference (MÁÉRT)
Honourable Chairman of the Committee,
Deputy Prime Minister, State Secretary,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I warmly and respectfully welcome all participants of the Hungarian Standing Conference and the Diaspora Council.
V4 Heads of State Summit convened by President Tamás Sulyok
Hungary, which currently holds the rotating presidency of the organisation, will host the Heads of State of the Visegrad Cooperation in Esztergom on Wednesday, 3 December 2025.
Hungary consistently and continuously advocates for close cooperation between the V4 countries, which is the basis for stability, security and strengthening in the region.
The Head of State is representing Hungary at the EU-Africa Summit in Luanda
Dr. Tamás Sulyok will represent Hungary at the European Union-African Union Summit in Luanda.
Starting 24 November 2025, the President of Hungary will represent Hungary at the 7th EU–Africa Summit in the Angolan capital.
The meeting of heads of state and government aims to establish and sustain regular, ongoing dialogue on the key issues and challenges facing the countries of the two continents, linked by a strategic partnership.
At the meeting, our country will be represented by the President of Hungary for the first time in 15 years.
Meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres at the Second World Summit for Social Development
The events of recent years in global politics and the increase in the number of armed conflicts have reinforced the importance of a strong, decisive and effective organisation, said Tamás Sulyok after meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres at the Second World Summit on Social Development. According to the President of Hungary, the 80-year history of the UN is proof that multilateral diplomacy is not just a noble idea, but one of the most important international means of achieving peace, security and prosperity.
According to President Sulyok, the Szeged Cathedral and Dome Square represent a special value in the life and thought of the nation
At the unveiling of the stele marking the declaration of the Szeged Cathedral and the square as a national memorial on the 150th anniversary of the birth of Kuno Klebelsberg, Dr. Tamás Sulyok stated that "The sky-high Cathedral and the huge square have grown dear to our hearts, the hearts of the people of Szeged." The square embodies sacredness, science and culture all at once. The height of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Hungary commands respect.
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, visited the Laser Research Centre in Szeged
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, Head of State, speaking at an event organised by the Research Students Movement, of which he is the patron, told young people visiting the ELI-ALPS Laser Research Centre in Szeged that "the Szeged Research Centre is the driving force behind the development of laser technology".
"The future is born here," emphasised Dr. Tamás Sulyok, adding that Hungary is proud that ELI-ALPS operates in our country and that scientists from many countries around the world come here to conduct their research projects.
Diplomatic event hosted by Sándor Palace showcasing Hungarian folk art
First Lady of Hungary Zsuzsanna Nagy invited the spouses of the members of the Diplomatic Corps to a cultural programme.
After the First Lady’s welcome address delivered on the stage of the Hungarian Heritage House, the guests were treated to a performance by the Forrás Folk Dance Ensemble from Százhalombatta.
After the folk dance panorama presented by the ensemble, the young dancers invited the audience to join in the dancing.
Exclusive interview with Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, for Tények
- Mr. President, thank you for receiving us. On behalf of TV2, we consider it a great honour that you are giving your first major television interview to us.
Thank you for having me on your show, and a warm welcome to our viewers.
My meetings in Békés were highly rewarding - Interview with Katalin Novák
I found my meetings in Békés very rewarding, and I trust that I was not the only one who felt this way - said Katalin Novák, President of Hungary, in an interview with our newspaper - the Békés Megyei Hírlap - about the three days she spent in our county at the end of January. During our conversation, we discussed how to motivate young people to settle in the region, spoke about the war in Ukraine and this year's elections, and why she declared 2024 the Year of Getting Active.
CNBC interview with Katalin Novák
That I'm here for the first time, I experienced that it is, let's say, a constructive chaos, what we experience here, and also what the traffic is concerned, it's very difficult to get from one place to the other, but I have to assure you that the Swiss trains are on time. I took the train and it worked perfectly.
I came, I got the train as well.
Presidential visit to the Veszprém Barracks and shooting drill in Hajmáskér
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, the President of Hungary, as Commander-in-Chief of the Hungarian Defence Forces, accompanied by Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky, the Minister of Defence, and Colonel General Gábor Böröndi, the Chief of the Defence Staff, visited the technical demonstration and shooting drill of the 30th Kinizsi Pál Armoured Infantry Brigade of the Hungarian Defence Forces at the Nullpont firing range in Hajmáskér.
The President of Hungary attended Holy Mass at the renovated Esztergom Basilica
Cardinal-Primate Péter Erdő, Archbishop of Esztergom and Budapest, celebrated Holy Mass to mark the largest renovation in the history of the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption and St. Adalbert. The cathedral was blessed by Vatican Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin.
Speech by Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, on the occasion of the 800th anniversary of the reconstruction and reconsecration of the Basilica of Pannonhalma
Honourable Archabbot,
Honourable Bishops,
Reverend Benedictine Fathers,
Dear Benedictine Community,
Ladies and Gentlemen!
„Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock.”
The history of the Benedictine Abbey of Pannonhalma has been intertwined with that of the nation - Dr. Tamás Sulyok on St. Martin's Hill
The moral foundation of Hungary is Christianity, specifically the consistent adherence to the teachings of Christ. No country, no society can function without a moral foundation and a moral order," said Dr. Tamás Sulyok, the President of Hungary, in his consecration anniversary address at the Basilica of Pannonhalma.
Appointments and promotions to the rank of general at Sándor Palace
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, the President of Hungary, on a proposal by the Minister of Defence,
with effect from 20 August 2024
• promoted Brigadier General István László Antal to the rank of Major General,
• appointed Colonel Ferenc Solymosi to the rank of Brigadier General,
• appointed Colonel Dr. Tamás Bali to the rank of Brigadier General.
Welcome address by Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, at the presentation ceremony of the Order of St. Stephen of Hungary
"In science ... triumph depends not on the multitude of armies, but on individual heroes, and we need such heroes to conquer a land for us Hungarians in the world of science."
Honourable Mr Speaker!
Honourable Mr. President Áder!
Honourable Prime Minister!
Honourable Ministers!
Distinguished Honouree!
Ladies and Gentlemen!
Nobel Prize-winning physicist Ferenc Krausz awarded the Order of St Stephen of Hungary
On the Feast of our founding king, Dr. Tamás Sulyok, the President of Hungary, presented the Order of St. Stephen of Hungary to Nobel Prize-winning physicist Ferenc Krausz at Sándor Palace.
In his laudation, the President of Hungary said, "We know many Hungarians who have been elevated by their knowledge, talent and diligence. Their creations and inventions have made them important for our country and for many others. Yet, only a very few could reach the highest heights."
Speech by Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, on the 35th anniversary of the Pan-European Picnic
Honourable President Steinmeier!
Dear Commemorators!
Ladies and Gentlemen!
Today, it is hard to imagine that it is an extraordinary and courageous act for a group of people to sit down together for a good traditional bacon grilling.
Germany and Hungary's relationship is important – State visit in Sopron
The relationship between Germany and Hungary is of utmost importance from both an alliance and strategic point of view, said Hungarian Head of State Dr. Tamás Sulyok in Sopron, after a meeting with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at the town hall on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the Pan-European Picnic.
Dr. Tamás Sulyok at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony
Dr Tamás Sulyok attended the opening ceremony of the XXXIII Summer Olympic Games in Paris.
On 25 July, the Head of State met with Zsolt Gyulay, President of the Hungarian Olympic Committee, in Paris, and then attended a reception hosted by the International Olympic Committee at the Louvre.
On his social media page, Dr. Tamás Sulyok said: Our athletes are legendary all over the world, thus we have confidence in their Olympic successes. We can confidently say that we have a prominent place on the world sporting map."