More and more administrative tasks can now be handled either in person at government offices or online from home. The range of e-government services has expanded, and some are even available through mobile apps. A consortium led by the Zala County Government Office launched an EU-funded project to make it easier for citizens to complete their administrative tasks in one place, ideally in a single step. The project introduced modern e-government solutions that have reduced...
In Hungary, cancer and cardiovascular diseases unfortunately remain widespread public health issues. Cancer claims the lives of more than 30,000 people every year, while cardiovascular conditions are responsible for nearly half of all deaths. Thanks to an EU-funded project, doctors and patients at the Jósa András Teaching Hospital in Nyíregyháza now have access to cutting-edge medical technology. Founded in 1899, the Jósa András Teaching Hospital has been providing healthcare services to the residents of Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg...
The National Development Centre (NFK) was proud to take part in the 2025 Villány Red Wine Festival, where good cheer went hand in hand with raising awareness through engaging communication. The event provided an excellent opportunity to showcase — in an accessible and interactive way — the social impact of Hungary’s development policy and of projects supported by the European Union. Special attention was given to the Széchenyi Plan Plus and the Együtt fejlődünk (We...
There are only a handful of Hungarian brands whose names are instantly associated worldwide with quality, artistry, and tradition. Zsolnay Porcelain Manufactory is one of them, representing the values of Hungarian industry and culture for more than 150 years. Its most ambitious and spectacular achievement to date was the creation of the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter. Later, the company embarked on another major development: a comprehensive program of energy modernization. The Zsolnay story began in 1853,...
Without a stable home and job, reintegrating into society is especially difficult for people experiencing homelessness. The first steps toward change require opportunities that offer real alternatives. The EU co-financed project run by the Myrai Religious Public Benefit Association provided multi-faceted support, giving participants a solid foundation for starting over. As an initial step toward social reintegration, the association rented five apartments in Budapest, fully furnished with essential household items for those in need. Additional...
Sopron has given a fresh look to eight community green spaces as part of a major project funded by the EU and national sources. Residents of all ages can now enjoy new parks, playgrounds, and sports and leisure areas designed for relaxation, active fun, and shared community experiences. On one of the city’s most scenic spots, Koronázódomb, an 8,500-square-meter park now features a lookout point and a skill-based playground for young children. A five-station fitness...
For many years, the through traffic on Main Road 8 was a constant presence in Várpalota’s daily life. People could often tell when a truck was passing by with their eyes closed, simply because the windows would shake. That’s why the completion of the Main Road 8 bypass under the Széchenyi 2020 program was such a huge relief. The new 5.8-kilometer section now diverts transit traffic away from the city. The project — long awaited...
For years, Albert watched longingly as customers at drive-thru fast-food restaurants received their burgers and fries without even leaving their cars. But Albert never craved those foods—his weakness was the chocolate swirl pastry! He often imagined how wonderful it would be to pull up in his car to a drive-thru and receive his favorite pastry fresh from the oven, warm and fragrant, with a crisp exterior and soft inside, almost instantly. What once seemed like...
The key to successful societies lies in the ability of their members to cooperate as a community. This can extend from families to cities and beyond, with each individual contributing to the community’s strength according to their own capacities. In Balassagyarmat, EU funding has supported a building renovation that fills a significant gap and creates a unique opportunity for the city. The aim of the call was to strengthen urban communities and promote their renewal,...
The Kiskunság National Park Directorate has led a major project near Apaj in Pest County, on the Upper Kiskunság steppe, to erase the traces of unnatural water management and give the degraded ecosystem a chance to recover. Restoring such areas is essential to improve the conditions of protected and community-significant species and habitats, and to help preserve biodiversity. The intervention area is part of Hungary’s second-largest continuous alkaline steppe and wetland chain after the Hortobágy,...
