Budapest, April 13 (NA) – Hungary is entering “the beginning of a new era,” declared opposition leader Péter Magyar on Monday following his party's victory in the parliamentary elections. In his first international press conference after the vote, Magyar affirmed that the result reflected a broader mandate for systemic change, in line with the expectations of the Hungarian people. Emphasizing Hungary's European identity, he declared that “Hungary's place in Europe was, is, and always will be,” while showing openness to pragmatic international cooperation. Regarding relations with the European Union (EU), Magyar highlighted the need to reach a compromise. Magyar requested that the process be accelerated. The National Electoral Commission is expected to announce the final results before May 4, after which the new parliament will convene. He reaffirmed that Hungary's place is firmly within the EU and NATO, and expressed his willingness to find common ground with his partners. Magyar is expected to hold phone calls with European leaders later that same Monday. He called for mutual respect in international affairs when he stated: “We ask all foreign countries… not to interfere in the internal affairs of others, just as Hungary will do the same.” Gratitude to Moscow and Beijing Meanwhile, he thanked Moscow and Beijing for “respectfully accepting the decision of Hungarian voters.” China congratulated the Tisza party on its victory in the elections, according to the daily press conference of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Beijing on Monday. On the national front, Magyar outlined a series of planned reforms, including anti-corruption measures, accession to the European Prosecutor's Office, and the creation of a new agency for the recovery of state assets. He also promised constitutional changes to limit future prime ministers to two terms and to “restore the rule of law, pluralist democracy, and the system of checks and balances.” He made way for Tisza. He stated that the prime minister of a Tisza government would act as a “team leader,” adding that politics “is about the people” and requires direct citizen participation. He also called for greater transparency, including public government sessions, as reported by Xinhua and learned by the Argentine News Agency. With most votes counted, the Tisza party has obtained a qualified majority, paving the way for the formation of a new government.
