Hungary passes anti-graft measures, eyeing EU funds

Hungary's parliament has passed significant anti-corruption reforms under the new administration of Prime Minister Peter Magyar. These measures are designed to satisfy EU requirements and unlock billions of euros in frozen funds previously withheld due to rule-of-law concerns.
Why it matters
This legislative shift marks a major change in Hungarian governance and is critical for the country's economic stability and relationship with the European Union.
Hungarian lawmakers on Tuesday (June 23, 2026) approved anti-corruption measures, part of new Prime Minister Peter Magyar s sweeping reform drive and aimed at helping the country get billions of euros in withheld European Union funds.
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