The Integrity Authority in Hungary is investigating the disappearance of 3.5 billion euros from European funds, suspecting the involvement of close associates of Viktor Orbán.

The Hungarian Integrity Authority (HIA) announced that 3.5 billion euros from European funds may have been diverted to associates of former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Ferenc Pál Biró, the president of HIA, has identified high-ranking officials who should be investigated in connection with these allegations. Over the past four years, telecommunications companies have obtained government contracts worth 10 billion euros, and HIA suspects that a significant portion was obtained through inflated prices.

These allegations could severely impact Orbán's political legacy, which is already facing a decline in popularity. It is also mentioned that 38 of the richest Hungarians have increased their wealth through public contracts during his government. The new Prime Minister, Peter Magyar, promises reforms to combat corruption and review public contracts, but challenges remain significant in the context of an administration deeply affected by corruption. HIA expresses its support for these initiatives, believing that effective collaboration between institutions can bring about significant changes.