PM Orban: Climate protection important, but large polluters should pay the price

In a video published on his social media, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban provided details on the EU summit in Brussels, noting that the EU heads of state and government have discussed three important issues.

POLITICS MAY 25. 2021 18:34

The EU summit focused on three key issues, Viktor Orban said in the video.

As regards vaccination, Hungary was „months ahead” of other EU member states, PM Orban said.

He highlighted that migration to Europe was discussed at the initiative of Spain and Italy, since „thousands of illegal migrants are making their way to Europe. „The issue will be discussed in depth and in hope of a decision next month,” Mr Orban said, adding that „Hungary continued to reject taking over migrants arriving illegally and admitted to Europe”.

Regarding climate change, the question of „who should pay the price of climate protection” is crucial, the Hungarian premier pointed out.

„Some would have the people pay in the form of fuel and housing taxes. Others, including Central European countries, say that the costs should be borne by large polluters, such as corporations,” Mr Orban said. „This discussion will be resumed next month,” he added.

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