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Orban Faces Tough Election Amid Economic Struggles

12/22/2025

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  • Viktor Orban, Hungary's prime minister, faces challenges ahead of the April election as polls show Fidesz trailing opposition leader Tisza.
  • The pension measure remains popular with retirees but will not significantly improve livelihoods.
  • Economic stagnation and high inflation weigh on voters, and Hungary has among the EU's lowest salaries.
  • Fitch downgraded Hungary's outlook, warning of long-term consequences if pension reforms fail.
  • Public sentiment remains negative, complicating Orban's reelection prospects.