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Tisza Party Proposes Wealth Tax, Euro Adoption Ahead of Elections

2/8/2026

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The Tisza party, Hungary's opposition, led by Peter Magyar, released a February 7 election program proposing a 1% wealth tax on assets over 1 billion forints.
The program calls for adopting the euro and strengthening ties with European Union (EU) and NATO.
The program seeks to curb corruption and unlock EU funds to boost the economy.
Polls show Tisza leading Fidesz, with undecided voters ahead of the April 12 election.

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The Tisza party, Hungary's opposition, led by Peter Magyar, released a February 7 election program proposing a 1% wealth tax on assets over 1 billion forints.
The program calls for adopting the euro and strengthening ties with European Union (EU) and NATO.
The program seeks to curb corruption and unlock EU funds to boost the economy.
Polls show Tisza leading Fidesz, with undecided voters ahead of the April 12 election.