Published: May 10th, 2024,
Last updated: May 10th, 2024
Xi Jinping could hardly imagine a more splendid reception, and right in the heart of Europe: Hungary welcomed China’s President in the courtyard of Buda Castle with the highest honors imaginable. Even more importantly, Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán invoked the close friendship with Xi. In turn, Xi made it clear that he expects significant improvements in the relationship between the European Union and China, especially with Hungary taking over the EU Council Presidency in the latter half of the year.