Top EU figures issued swift congratulations and urged Hungary to uphold European values, hinting at cautious optimism and a push for renewed cooperation.
The first congratulations on the election victory in Hungary for the ‘Tisa’ party came from European leaders: Ursula von der Leyen, Emmanuel Macron, and Friedrich Merz.
After the results were announced, world leaders expressed support for the Hungarian people and stressed the importance of EU values.
“This evening, the heart of Europe beats stronger in Hungary.”
– Ursula von der Leyen
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, published her words on social media, congratulating Péter Madar on the victory and emphasizing the values of the EU.
“I just spoke with Péter Madar to congratulate him on the victory in Hungary! France welcomes the victory of democratic participation, the Hungarian people’s insistence on the values of the European Union and Hungary’s European commitments.”
– Emmanuel Macron
Macron also urged moving forward toward a sovereign Europe, continental security, competitiveness, and democracy.
“The Hungarian people have made their choice. My sincere congratulations on your electoral success, dear Madar. I look forward to working with you. Let us join forces for a strong, safe and, above all, united Europe”
– Friedrich Merz
The German Chancellor expressed hope for fruitful cooperation and strengthening European unity in the context of Hungary’s new political realities.
The victory of the ‘Tisa’ party became a signal for further developing dialogue between EU countries and intensifying joint efforts toward European integration and regional stability.