Viktor Orbán
Hungarian politician and Prime Minister
Born
May 31st, 1963
61 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Hungary
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Served as Prime Minister of Hungary from 1998 to 2002 and again since 2010. Played a significant role in shaping Hungarian politics, advocating for national sovereignty and strict immigration policies. Introduced constitutional reforms aimed at consolidating power within the government. Engaged in contentious relations with the European Union over governance issues.
Led Hungary through the 2010s and 2020s
Implemented constitutional reforms
Promoted strict immigration policies
Sought to centralize governmental power
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