Hungary's Magyar visits Poland on first tour abroad as PM, seeks to reset EU ties
Hungary's Prime Minister Peter Magyar is on his first foreign visit to Poland, aiming to improve relations with the EU. This visit symbolizes a shift in Central European politics, moving away from eurosceptic nationalism. Discussions will focus on energy independence and support for Ukraine, as well as unblocking EU funds.
- ▪Magyar's visit to Poland marks his first tour abroad since taking office.
- ▪The trip is intended to restore relations between Hungary and Poland after a period of hostility.
- ▪Energy independence from Russia is a key topic on the agenda during the visit.
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Hungary's Magyar visits Poland on first tour abroad as PM, seeks to reset EU tiesSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished May 19, 2026, 01:43 PMUpdated May 19, 2026, 01:43 PMWARSAW, May 19 - Hungary's Prime Minister Peter Magyar begins a two-day visit to Poland on Tuesday, his first tour abroad since taking office, a trip rich in symbolism for a leader who is seeking to steer his nation back towards the European mainstream.Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, whom Magyar meets on Wednesday, led a pro-European coalition to power in Poland in 2023, mending ties with Brussels and unblocking billions of dollars in funds frozen over rule of law concerns.It's a feat Magyar is seeking to emulate after he won a landslide victory over nationalist Viktor Orban in April, a…
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