Budapest, June 2: Hungary’s Prime Minister Peter Magyar addressed the failures of President Tamas Szulyok on Monday, proposing a constitutional amendment aimed at his removal.
During a press conference outside Sandor Palace, Magyar stated, “Just as Viktor Orban abandoned the people of Hungary, Tamas Szulyok has abandoned the Hungarian Republic.” Szulyok was appointed by Orban himself.
Magyar emphasized the importance of the presidential office, asserting that it holds more significance and power than that of any other national leader. He argued that it is in Hungary’s best interest for the presidency to regain the authority that has been diminished due to Szulyok’s silence, poor decisions, and mistakes in recent years.
He mentioned that he has informed Szulyok that if he does not resign voluntarily, Magyar will notify the Tisza members of Parliament about his decision and initiate the necessary procedures immediately.
According to Euro News, this statement followed a meeting with Szulyok. Magyar did not specify what kind of institutional reforms the government seeks. However, he clarified that the proposed law would not target a single individual but would create a framework for removing other state leaders from office as well.
Magyar expressed a desire for the people of Hungary to have greater authority in electing their president. He stated, “The fundamental law is clear: the president of the republic symbolizes the unity of the nation and safeguards the democratic functioning of the state.” He previously detailed how Szulyok has failed to fulfill this role.
He pointed out that when former Prime Minister Viktor Orban discussed issues like corruption and a shadow army, Szulyok remained silent. When asked about Orban’s comments, Szulyok reportedly dismissed them as mere political opinions, claiming there was no need for him to comment on the matter.
Earlier in May, Magyar was sworn in as Prime Minister after securing a parliamentary vote during the first session of the new National Assembly. According to Xinhua News Agency, out of 199 MPs, 195 voted, with 140 in favor, 54 against, and one abstention.
In his inaugural speech, Magyar declared that the new government has a mandate not just to change the administration but to transform the system itself. He vowed to govern Hungary, emphasizing reconciliation, democratic renewal, and national unity.
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