Government of Hungary facts for kids

The Government of Hungary (which in Hungarian is called Magyarország Kormánya) is like the main team that runs the country. It's in charge of making sure things work, like schools, hospitals, and roads.

This team is led by the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister is chosen by the National Assembly, which is like Hungary's parliament. The Prime Minister is usually the leader of the political party that wins the most seats in the parliament.

The Prime Minister picks other important people called ministers to help run different parts of the government. These ministers are like the heads of different departments. They have to be approved by the parliament and the President. Together, the Prime Minister and the ministers form the Government.

Since 1989, when Hungary became a democracy, many different governments have been in charge. Hungary has a system where many political parties can be elected. This means different parties can work together or take turns leading the country.

In the most recent election in 2022, the Fidesz party and its partner, the KDNP, won the election. This meant Viktor Orbán continued to be the Prime Minister.

Governments of Hungary: A Quick Look Back

Since 1989, Hungary has had many different governments. Each government is named after its Prime Minister and is made up of different political parties working together. These governments have worked to shape Hungary into what it is today.

For example, the first government after 1989 was led by Miklós Németh. Since then, leaders like József Antall, Gyula Horn, and Viktor Orbán have served as Prime Minister. Each government has had its own goals and challenges.

Who is in the Government Today?

The current government in Hungary started on May 24, 2022. It is led by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Here are some of the key people in his team:

Key Government Roles

Minister of the Interior

The Minister of Interior is a very important job in the Hungarian government. This person is in charge of keeping the country safe and orderly. They oversee things like the police, emergency services, and local governments.

The current Minister of Interior is Sándor Pintér. He has held this position for many years.

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade represents Hungary to other countries around the world. This minister works on building good relationships with other nations. They also help with trade, which means buying and selling goods with other countries.

The current Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade is Péter Szijjártó.

Minister of National Economy

The Minister of National Economy is responsible for Hungary's money and economy. This includes managing the country's budget, taxes, and helping businesses grow. Their job is to make sure Hungary's economy is strong and stable.

The current Minister of National Economy is Mihály Varga.

Images for kids

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  Sándor Pintér, the Minister of Interior.

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  The building of the Ministry of Interior in Hungary.

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  Péter Szijjártó, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

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  Mihály Varga, the Minister of National Economy.

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  The Ministry of Finance building.