Did Hungary violate the European Treaty?

Hungary has come under scrutiny from other European Union member states after Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s recent trips to Russia and China. These visits have raised concerns about potential violations of the European Treaty, which lays out guidelines for member states’ foreign policy actions.

Orban’s close ties with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping have long been a point of contention within the EU. Critics have accused Orban of straying from the EU’s values and aligning himself with authoritarian regimes. The visits to Moscow and Beijing have only heightened these concerns.

EU member states are now evaluating how to respond to Orban’s actions. Some have called for diplomatic repercussions, while others are advocating for sanctions. The European Commission is also reportedly investigating whether Hungary has violated the European Treaty with these trips.

Orban, for his part, has defended his visits, stating that they are solely aimed at promoting Hungarian interests and trade agreements. However, his critics argue that his cozy relationships with Russia and China could have more far-reaching consequences for Hungary’s position within the EU.

As tensions continue to escalate, it remains to be seen how the EU will address Hungary’s actions and whether Orban will face any consequences for his controversial diplomatic engagements.