Address by Dr András Baka, President of Hungary, at the opening ceremony of the 9th International Congress of Hungarian Studies
Distinguished Congress, Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is my great pleasure to welcome you all to the opening of the IX International Congress of Hungarian Studies. Throughout the several decades of the congress’s history, it has become a cherished tradition for the incumbent President of Hungary to serve as patron of this prestigious academic event. At the beginning of my term of office, I am honoured to continue this tradition, thereby also expressing the Hungarian State’s appreciation for the international community of Hungarian studies.
Speech by Dr András Baka, President of Hungary, on 20 August 2026 on M1 Public Television
My fellow Hungarians,
On 20 August, we commemorate the founding of the Hungarian state by Saint Stephen - a recognition that a country’s future is shaped not only by its leaders, but also by strong, enduring institutions.
Today, we too must build such institutions: institutions that serve not the powers of the day, but the citizens of our country. For the quality of a state is ultimately reflected in how well the institutions function that its citizens encounter in their everyday lives.
Public service media is one such institution.
Speech by Dr András Baka, President of Hungary, at the 20 August National Day State Honours Ceremony
Honourable Madam Speaker,
Honourable Prime Minister,
Distinguished Honourees,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Statement from Sándor Palace
András Baka, President of Hungary, received Dr István Lajtár, Deputy Prosecutor General, at the Presidential Palace.
The meeting was initiated by the Head of State, as the term of office of Prosecutor General Dr Gábor Bálint Nagy comes to an end today following his resignation. The President of Hungary shall nominate a candidate for the position of Prosecutor General to the National Assembly.
Statement from Sándor Palace - Dr András Baka takes office as President of Hungary
President of Hungary Dr Andras Baka took office on 19 August 2026.
The Speaker of the National Assembly calls the leaders of the Government and the parliamentary parties to a meeting
The extreme heatwave affecting Hungary, the critically low water levels in the Danube, the resulting need to shut down the nuclear power plant, and the Level 3 water restrictions in force in several localities have created an exceptional situation that requires coordinated and immediate action.
The Speaker of the National Assembly held talks at Sándor Palace
The Speaker of the National Assembly, who is temporarily exercising the duties and powers of the Head of State, held talks with the former President of Hungary at Sándor Palace.
Following the meeting between Ágnes Forsthoffer and Dr Tamás Sulyok, the Speaker of the National Assembly met with staff at Sándor Palace during a staff meeting.
The President of Hungary at the 130th Anniversary Gala of the Hungarian Olympic Committee
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, greeted the Olympic community celebrating the 130th anniversary of the Hungarian Olympic Committee at the Museum of Fine Arts.
In his speech, the Head of State stated: "For us Hungarians, sport is a real community-building force, as knowledge, enthusiasm and passion are passed on from generation to generation”.
According to the President, the founding of the Hungarian Olympic Committee 130 years ago created a national resource that has given and continues to give Hungarian sport a strong foundation and sense of confidence.
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.
“Neither democracy nor the rule of law can be based on threats.” – Interview with Dr. Tamás Sulyok in the German political science journal ’Cicero’
Mr. President, do you feel at home in your role as the Hungarian Head of State?
To be President of Hungary, to serve and represent every Hungarian citizen, is a tremendous honour – perhaps the greatest any Hungarian can receive. It is a responsible and undoubtedly very rewarding role, though naturally one that comes with its own challenges.
"Even the appearance of solutions that do not respect the rule of law must be avoided" - Interview with Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary
Have you ever regretted a decision you made?
I cannot recall any decision that I have regretted. At most, such things may have occurred in minor, everyday matters. The past becomes part of life. I generally focus more on the present than the past, and I am shaping the future through my plans.
In one of your first interviews as head of state, you said you didn’t hesitate for long when you were asked to become President of Hungary. Have you not regretted your decision?
"Every Hungarian feels with you and stands with you" – interview with Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, by Kárpátalja
As Advent 2025 drew to a close, Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, addressed the Hungarian community in Transcarpathia, as he gave an exclusive interview to Karolina Darcsi, Editor-in-Chief of the weekly newspaper Kárpátalja, and Mihály K. Debreceni, Editor-in-Chief of TV21 Ungvár and correspondent for Hungary’s public media in Transcarpathia. The conversation touched on the urgent need for peace, Hungary's assistance, the case of József Sebestyén, and the superhuman work of Hungarian interest groups in Transcarpathia.
Presentation of appointments as professor
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, the President of Hungary, on a proposal by the Minister of Culture and Innovation made in agreement with the maintainer,
Presentation of appointments as rector at Sándor Palace
Dr. Tamás Sulyok, the President of Hungary, on a proposal by the Minister of Culture and Innovation made in agreement with the maintainer,
Appointments to the position of state secretary
Dr. Tamás Sulyok. the President of Hungary - on a proposal by the Prime Minister
To us, they are all winners! - Dr. Tamás Sulyok at the Paralympics in Paris
President Sulyok met with the Hungarian Paralympic team and its leaders during the 2024 Summer Paralympic Games in Paris, and watched several events.
During the meeting, the Head of State stated that he not only follows and acknowledges, but also supports the work of the Hungarian Paralympic Committee and the efforts of the athletes to the fullest extent.
The President of Hungary said that the Committee, established 27 years ago, helps and provides opportunities to our fellow athletes who find themselves in hopeless situations.
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!