"Sovereignty has emerged as a cornerstone of our national strategy, influenced by our past and our geography. While we align ourselves with the West, we also cherish our Eastern heritage," Balázs Orbán
wrote. "Taking a pragmatic approach, we strive to build meaningful connections and engage with the non-Western world," he stressed.
"Balancing our Western ties with our Eastern roots, Hungary seeks to foster productive relationships and promote connectivity across diverse global landscapes,"Viktor Orbán's political director explained.
"A decade ago, Hungary initiated our Eastern Opening Policy, which has become a key component of our connectivity strategy, with a special focus on Turkic countries," he reminded, pointing out that "over the past ten years, we have witnessed tangible outcomes: the trade volume between Hungary and the Turkic states has doubled, and we have developed extensive cooperation in higher education and the defense industry." "Additionally, the Turkic states—particularly Türkiye and Azerbaijan—have played a crucial role in ensuring Hungary’s energy security," Balázs Orbán added.
According to the political director, "we find ourselves in a challenging period marked by major geopolitical and geo-economic transformations due to ongoing conflicts."
"There is a growing probability of a multipolar world emerging, divided into blocs similar to the situation that characterized the Cold War era," according to Balázs Orbán. "Nevertheless, we firmly believe that despite all these challenges, our common perspective on sovereignty and global connectivity will not only help us navigate these challenges but also deepen the bond between Hungary and the Turkic states in the future," he explained.
"Our strategic cooperation with Türkiye, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan will enable us to play a leading role in the re-establishment of the Silk Road, to the benefit of all the countries along the way," Balázs Orbán stressed.
