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Hungary's new advertising law, effective October 2026, introduces comprehensive restrictions on political advertisements and outdoor advertising placement. The regulation prohibits content that incites hatred or violates human dignity, limits political advertising to campaign periods, and significantly reduces available outdoor advertising surfaces while empowering municipalities to impose additional local restrictions.

Hungary has joined the EU's Tripartite Agreement for Energy Storage, committing to develop 700 MW of new storage capacity by 2028. This strategic move strengthens the country's energy sovereignty, accelerates renewable integration, and supports grid stability while reducing dependence on fossil fuels.

Although the Hungarian personal income tax (PIT) filing deadline of May 20, 2025 has already passed, this milestone should not be seen as the end of the tax season—especially for expats living and working in Hungary.