On 19 July 2023, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met in Hungary to discuss crucial issues concerning safety and global policy. During this meeting, Viktor Orban assured of Hungary's support for Israel, stressing that his country supports the sovereignty and right of Israel to self-defense.
Viktor Orban besides criticised the increasing anti-Semitism in Europe, claiming it was the consequence of uncontrolled immigration. The Prime Minister of Hungary besides accused the elites in Brussels of failing to act on the matter, stating that Hungary had become an island of freedom in Europe.
Economic Relations with Israel
During the meeting, Viktor Orban besides emphasized strong economical relations with Israel. Israeli companies invest in Hungary and Hungary buy Israeli military technology. In addition, Budapest supports Israeli football representation, providing its training base.
Benjamin Netanyahu praised Hungary's decision to retreat from the global Criminal Court, claiming that Hungary was an example for another democracies. The Israeli Prime Minister stated that Hungary was the first, but I hope not the last country to reject corruption in the Court.
Figures
In 2022, trade between Hungary and Israel amounted to over EUR 1.3 billion. Hungary is 1 of Israel's largest trading partners in Central and east Europe. In addition, over 100,000 Israeli tourists visited Hungary in 2020, an increase of 25% compared to the erstwhile year.
Consequence
Hungary's decision to retreat from the global Criminal Court may have crucial implications for global relations. This could lead to increased isolation of Hungary in the global environment, but besides increased support for Hungary in nationalist environments.
Conclusion
The gathering between Viktor Orban and Benjamin Netanyahu showed that Hungary and Israel have strong safety and economical relations. Hungary's decision to retreat from the global Criminal Court may have crucial implications for global relations. Hungary and Israel will proceed to cooperate in the field of safety and the economy, which could benefit both parties.
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Support for Israel
