Macron Congratulates Peter Magyar on Historic Hungarian Election Victory

French President Emmanuel Macron publicly congratulated Peter Magyar following his decisive win in the Hungarian parliamentary elections, emphasizing the democratic significance of the outcome. Magyar, the pro-European conservative leader of the Tisza party, secured a two-thirds super-majority with 137 out of 199 seats, allowing him to pursue constitutional reforms. Macron highlighted Hungary's commitment to democratic participation and alignment with European Union values in his message posted on social media platform X.

The election outcome marked a significant political shift as Viktor Orban, Hungary's outgoing Prime Minister, acknowledged his "painful but unambiguous" defeat, conceding the end of his government's mandate. Orban congratulated Magyar in a phone call, signaling a peaceful transition of power. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen praised the results, stating "Hungary has chosen Europe," and remarked, "the heart of Europe beats a little faster in Hungary."

Macron's statement reflected France's supportive stance towards Hungary's democratic evolution and European integration, reinforcing the message that Hungary's electoral process upholds core democratic ideals. This recognition from one of Europe's leading states underscores the broader international interest in Hungary's political direction.