This series examines the evolving legal, regulatory and institutional landscape in Hungary following the 2026 general elections. It provides ongoing insights into key legislative developments, government priorities and structural changes shaping the country’s business environment.
Business sectors have been allocated in the new ministerial structure
On 13 May 2026, the new Government of Hungary adopted Government Decree no. 90/2026. (V. 13.) on the duties and powers of the members of the Government (“Statute Decree“).
We provide a brief summary of the duties and powers attributed to the principal ministers, broken down by some key business sectors and policy areas. We also outline certain organizational and operational features of the Government established by the Statute Decree.
New 16-person ministerial structure adopted
In this first article summarises the key political, regulatory and institutional developments in Hungary following the 2026 general elections, including the formation of the new Government, the structure of ministries and the expected changes affecting the broader legal and business environment.
