Orbán Champions Entrepreneurial Strength: Hungary’s Economy Will Follow National Interests, Not Brussels’ Agenda

Hungary’s Future Rests on Enterprise, Not Ideology, Declares PM Orbán
At a pivotal meeting of the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Budapest, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán delivered a compelling message: Hungary’s economic destiny must be steered by national interest, not foreign pressure. Following the signing of a renewed cooperation agreement with the Chamber, Orbán emphasized the importance of a resilient entrepreneurial class as the cornerstone of national prosperity.
Rejecting token gestures, Orbán urged Hungarian business leaders to view the agreement as a symbol of consistency and strategic partnership. He stated that real progress is driven not merely by political parties but by economic performance and productivity. “No strong economy exists without a strong entrepreneurial class,” he said, reaffirming his commitment to pro-business policies. He listed past reforms, including tax relief for young workers, reduced social contributions, business-friendly startup conditions, and restructured vocational training systems—all leading to employment growth and wage increases since 2010.
Looking ahead, Orbán promised that 2025 would see Europe’s most significant family-focused tax reduction program. But he warned of external threats—specifically, Ukraine’s EU membership, which he views as a danger to Hungarian jobs, subsidies, and sovereignty. He called on citizens to make their voices heard in the Voks 2025 referendum, opposing what he called Brussels’ plans to shift financial burdens onto Hungary.
Firmly rejecting EU proposals for joint loans, green taxes, and labor tax hikes, Orbán asserted, “Hungary’s economy must be run based on our own interests.” He outlined his five-point vision: work over welfare, support for earners, tax cuts for competitiveness, inclusion of all entrepreneurs regardless of political stance, and continued delivery on promises.
To further support Hungarian businesses, the government increased funding for the Demján Sándor SME program, raising the total from HUF 48 billion to HUF 130 billion (EUR 322 million). This decisive move will ensure more companies gain access to vital development funds. “This is not ideology,” Orbán concluded, “this is performance-based governance.”