AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEnergy & Water Crisis: Hungary lifted emergency energy-saving measures as heat eased, but Danube low levels still keep Paks operating at roughly 10% capacity and the government warns the situation remains fragile. Energy System Accountability: PM Péter Magyar says the previous Orbán government failed to prepare the energy system for drought and heat, pointing to missed investment and overreliance on Paks. Agriculture Support: Hungary unveiled a HUF106bn (€291mn) rescue package for farmers hit by drought and heatwave, including advance payments and EU crisis-fund support. EU R&D Funding: Eurostat shows EU public R&D budgets rose 60%+ over a decade to €130.2bn in 2025; Hungary’s per-capita allocation is far below the EU average. Regional Power Strain: Romania approved rules allowing Transelectrica to restrict industrial electricity use and exports if the heatwave and low Danube cooling worsen. EU Gas Security: EU gas storage refilling is lagging badly, putting the bloc at risk of missing its 90% November target. Presidential Politics: Hungary’s Tisza Party will recommend three candidates for the largely ceremonial presidency ahead of the 11 August vote.
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