Orban Set to Be Re-elected Fidesz Chairman, Party to Discuss New Strategy
Quick Look
- Viktor Orban is expected to be re-elected as chairman of Hungary's Fidesz party at a congress in Budapest.
- Delegates will also discuss a new strategy for the party, which is now in opposition after 16 years in power.
- Orban stated Fidesz needs renewal, structural reform, and a policy shift towards younger voters.
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Why It Matters
A congress of Hungary’s Fidesz party will be held in Budapest to re-elect Viktor Orban as chairman and discuss a new strategy after the party entered opposition.
BUDAPEST, June 13. /TASS/. A congress of Hungary’s Fidesz - Hungarian Civic Alliance will be held in Budapest, with delegates set to re-elect former Prime Minister Viktor Orban as party chairman and discuss a new strategy following the party’s transition into opposition after 16 years in power.
According to party spokesman Bertalan Havasi, Orban is expected to be the only candidate for the leadership of Fidesz as no other politicians have emerged who could lead the party out of its current crisis.
"Without him, the party cannot maintain its unity," said Gergely Gulyas, head of the party’s parliamentary faction and former chief of staff to the prime minister.
The party leadership has recommended Orban for re-election, while he himself has expressed readiness to remain at the helm "in an era of change." He said Fidesz needs "a complete renewal," structural reform, and a shift in policy aimed at younger voters. Orban will serve as party chairman without pay.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Viktor Orban will be re-elected as Fidesz party chairman.
Very likely · Within days
Open Questions
- What specific policy shifts will be proposed for younger voters?
- Who are potential new leaders if Orban steps down in the future?
