Hungary's EU Presidency Raises Concerns Over Democratic Values and Corruption

Viktor Orbán's leadership sparks fears of increasing Euroscepticism and authoritarian policies within the bloc.

Hungary has taken over the EU's rotating presidency for the next six months.
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's nationalist policies and close ties with Russia and China are contentious within the EU.
Hungary faces criticism for its stance on migration, LGBTQ rights, and judicial independence.
The EU's top court recently fined Hungary for failing to comply with asylum laws.
European leaders worry about further weakening of unity in the EU amid rising far-right influence.