UNDP in this New Era of Development | The Futures Summit
April 14, 2026 • 8:30 – 9:00 am EDT
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Will Orban’s Defeat Transform Europe?
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Prime Minister Victor Orban lost the Hungarian elections after 16 years in power. Péter Magyar’s landslide victory gave him a broad mandate for change and the ability to do so. Donatienne Ruy joins Will to discuss what changes he will make, what it means for Hungary’s relationship with the EU, and if this will be a game changer for Europe.
- Donatienne Ruy, “What Happens After Hungary’s Election? Four Scenarios to Watch,” CSIS, April 3, 2026.
- Donatienne Ruy and Maria Snegovaya, “What Is at Stake in Hungary’s Election?” CSIS, March 11, 2026.
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Chief of Staff, Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Department; and Senior Fellow, Middle East Program
