U.S. President Donald Trump (R) speaks during a meeting with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington, D.C. on November 7, 2025.
U.S. president Donald Trump has confirmed his intention to visit Hungary at the invitation of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, ahead of the country’s April election. In a letter shared publicly by Orbán on social media, Trump described the current state of U.S.–Hungarian relations as a “golden era” and emphasized his interest in further strengthening cooperation between the two nations.
Trump praised Orbán’s “courageous leadership, stating that the Hungarian prime minister’s leadership “serves as an example to others around the world.” The U.S. president added: “You have consistently stood for the principles that make Hungary strong—faith, family, and national sovereignty—and America respects that courage.”
The U.S. president thanked Orbán for his invitation and noted that his staff would coordinate scheduling for the visit. Trump also wished Orbán “the best luck in the upcoming election campaign,” signaling support as the prime minister prepares for the national vote in April.
Prime Minister Orbán responded on X, writing: “Grateful for President @realDonaldTrump’s kind words and continued friendship. U.S.-Hungary relations are stronger than ever, built on shared values as patriots. Looking forward to hosting him and his team in Budapest!”
Grateful for President @realDonaldTrump’s kind words and continued friendship. U.S.-Hungary relations are stronger than ever, built on shared values as patriots. Looking forward to hosting him and his team in Budapest! 🇭🇺🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/i8wc9hWfuR
The planned visit follows a November meeting in Washington, during which Orbán secured full sanction exemption for the Russian oil and gas pipeline. The agreement also included commitments for Hungary to purchase U.S. nuclear fuel, participate in the development of small modular reactors, and prepare for potential LNG imports. Hungarian officials have noted that the exemption helps maintain the country’s low household energy costs.
In his letter, Trump specifically mentioned areas of cooperation he hopes to deepen, including defense, energy, and combating illegal migration.
The U.S. administration has previously expressed interest in fostering relations with parties and governments that resist the EU’s “current trajectory” from within. Trump has publicly recognized Orbán as a “great leader” and lauded his efforts to curb illegal migration.
Rebeka Kis is a fifth-year law student at the University of Pécs. Her main interests are politics and history, with experience in the EU’s day-to-day activities gained as an intern with the Foundation for a Civic Hungary at the European Parliament.
