Viktor Orban Praises Trump's Executive Orders as Global Game-Changers
The Prime Minister of Hungary, Viktor Orban, has expressed strong support for the series of executive orders issued by U.S. President Donald Trump following his recent inauguration. Orban described these mandates as pivotal, stating they would have a profound impact not just on the United States, but on the global stage.
On his first day back in office, Trump enacted numerous directives aimed at dismantling various policies established by former President Joe Biden. Orban, a notable ally of Trump, took to social media to commend the new administration, suggesting that these actions signify a significant shift in global dynamics.
He remarked that Trump's presidency marks a new chapter in the resistance against what he termed 'woke liberal democracy,' calling upon nationalist factions to take a more prominent role in European governance. Orban sees Trump's return as a transformative event for U.S.-European Union relations, anticipating a conservative pivot in American policies that could challenge the existing EU leadership.
In a speech delivered in Budapest prior to Trump's swearing-in ceremony, Orban urged European leaders to acknowledge the emerging 'new world order,' asserting that a change is imminent for Brussels. He suggested that Trump's policies could exacerbate existing tensions between the U.S. and the EU, especially as European authorities continue to advocate for liberal policies concerning migration and social issues.
Orban's sentiments were echoed by Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto, who characterized Trump's initial executive actions as a repudiation of past approaches to war and immigration. He asserted that these changes signal the advent of a new era focused on peace, security, and national sovereignty.
Trump's recent executive orders encompass a range of measures designed to bolster national security, including a declaration of a national emergency at the southern U.S. border and a classification of drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. Additionally, the new administration moved to end automatic birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to non-citizens.
Significantly, Trump has revoked 78 executive orders signed by Biden, including key measures aimed at promoting racial equity and protecting the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals. Furthermore, Trump's administration has initiated withdrawals from international agreements such as the World Health Organization and the Paris Climate Agreement.
These sweeping changes align with Trump's campaign commitments to restore what he labels 'common sense' governance, prioritizing national security and traditional values. The responses to these directives have varied widely, with both commendations and criticisms emerging from different corners of the globe.
