Orbán: Here are the 5 pillars of our strategy to stay out of wars to come

Budapest Times

28-07-2025

In front of a large audience, he outlined a five-pillar strategy to ensure Hungary avoids being drawn into what he called the emerging threat of a global conflict. 'We must prepare to stay out of the war—and we can,' the prime minister declared.
The five pillars, he explained, form the foundation of Hungary's policy of neutrality in an increasingly divided world. First is maintaining balanced international relations. 'Out of the six global power centers, we have good relations with five,' PM Orbán said. 'Only Brussels remains hostile.' He described Hungary's foreign policy as one of strategic autonomy, refusing to align blindly with blocs. 'This is the only way we can survive as a nation,' he added.
The second pillar is national defense. 'We must have the strength to protect ourselves,' PM Orbán said, emphasizing the ongoing development of a precision-based Hungarian army. 'A country that cannot defend itself is at the mercy of others,' he warned, adding that military reform and investment remain top priorities.
Third is technological independence. The prime minister said Hungary cannot rely on the European Union to remain competitive in areas such as artificial intelligence. 'The EU is worthless in this race,' he stated, adding that 'we must create our own national algorithm.' He announced plans for digital innovation partnerships across Central Europe and introduced the formation of new 'Digital Civic Circles,' meant to mobilize conservative voices in online spaces.
The fourth pillar concerns education and talent. 'We spend more on higher education per capita than any other EU country,' he said. 'This is our strategic reserve.' PM Orbán praised Hungary's youth and stressed the importance of intellectual preparedness in a time of global crisis.
The fifth and final pillar is geopolitical non-alignment. 'We must not lock ourselves into any bloc,' PM Orbán said. 'We need to strike a balance between East and West.' He criticized the European Union's current trajectory, describing it as a 'war project' and rejecting its proposed multiannual budget. 'The budget sends 20 percent of its money to Ukraine. We will not support this,' he said.
Turning to the war in Ukraine, PM Orbán reiterated that Hungary supports peace and dialogue. 'Ukraine cannot join the EU while the war continues,' he said. He argued that escalating military aid only prolongs the conflict, adding, 'We need peace alliances in the region.'
He also addressed domestic issues. With internal polling showing Fidesz leading in 80 out of 106 constituencies, PM Orbán called for vigilance. 'That's not enough—we won 87 in 2022,' he said. He underlined the importance of defending national sovereignty at the ballot box, warning that a government aligned with Brussels would lead Hungary into war.
On cultural matters, he defended the decision to exclude the controversial band Kneecap from Hungarian festivals, criticizing event organizers: 'You should have known better.' He warned against the politicization of entertainment, referencing recent controversies involving Hungarian artists: 'Voters don't want artists telling them what to think.'
The prime minister also addressed migration and identity, linking the issue to national survival. 'Western cities will soon have Muslim majorities,' he said, calling for stronger protections on Hungary's western borders. 'The last time the West linked national survival to Christianity was in 732 at the Battle of Poitiers. Since then, it's been silence.'
Reaffirming Hungary's family policy, he said, 'Nowhere else do mothers with two children pay no income tax,' and promised continued support for young people. 'A Hungarian youth of 18 can now become a homeowner—that's a breakthrough,' he said.
In a closing message to young people, PM Orbán said: 'It is no accident that we were born Hungarian. Stand your ground.'