On the 16th, Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán said during a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Rubio: "President Trump and I have built a deep personal friendship, which has brought tangible results for Hungary and the United States. This trust enables us to take concrete actions on energy, growth, and stability, benefiting our two countries. Thank you for his friendship and partnership, in building a peaceful and prosperous future together."
Comment: Under Orbán's leadership, Hungary is a thorn in the side of the EU, not following the EU's moralistic and confrontational diplomacy, but choosing a path that brings energy security, economic growth, and social stability to Hungary. This is a manifestation of conservative "national interest above all."
Orbán's remarks essentially use the U.S. as a shield to pressure the EU and protect Hungary's independence. He deliberately elevates his personal friendship with Trump to the highest level, clearly telling the U.S.: Hungary is one of the few countries in Europe willing to stand with the U.S., not engage in confrontation, but focus on practical interests, thereby gaining Washington's tolerance on issues such as energy, sovereignty, and Russia policy.
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