Szijjártó Discusses US Sanctions, Energy Security with Rubio

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington, focusing on the Biden administration's retaliatory measures against Hungary, which Szijjártó described as politically motivated. The discussions included sanctions impacting Hungary's energy security, as well as the termination of the double taxation treaty that has affected US businesses operating in Hungary. Szijjártó expressed optimism about the US's openness to reviewing these measures, aiming to rebuild deteriorated relations. Additionally, the two officials discussed the ongoing war in Ukraine, with an emphasis on pursuing peace talks as the only viable solution. Szijjártó reiterated Hungary's position against prolonging the conflict and highlighted the need for strategic cooperation in energy and defense sectors. This meeting marks a significant step towards improving Hungary-US relations after a period of tension under the previous US administration.