Permanent Mission of Hungary to the UN and WTO, Geneva

09/07/2026

🇭🇺 Hungary is proud to contribute to the UN Geneva photo exhibition Not a Woman’s Job?: Women Leading Countries, Societies and Communities by honouring the legacy of Margit Slachta, the first woman elected to the Hungarian Parliament and a courageous advocate for human rights.

09/04/2026

Our PR and DPR recently hosted a group of students from the Friedrich Schiller University in Jena and one from the Ludovika University of Public Service in Budapest. Both groups visited our Mission to get a behind-the-scenes look at the multilateral diplomatic world of Geneva. It is always a pleasure to share our experience with the diplomats of the future. Thank you all for your visits!

06/03/2026

On the margins of HRC61, the Permanent Mission of Hungary 🇭🇺 hosted a side event titled "Standing with Persecuted Christians – Defending the Faith and Christian Values" ✝️🕊️, co-sponsored by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See and the Permanent Delegation of the Sovereign Order of Malta, as well as ADF International and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Moderated by H.E. Ambassador Zsófia Havasi, the event highlighted that Christians remain the most persecuted religious community in the world today. The panel discussion focused on the protection of Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) as a fundamental human right, countering discrimination, and the importance of practical humanitarian assistance, including the Hungary Helps Program. 🤝
This initiative continues to be of utmost importance to ensure that persecuted communities do not stand alone.

Thank you for the fruitful exchange on this important issue to our esteemed panelists:
🔹 Ms. Nazila Ghanea (UN Special Rapporteur)
🔹 H.E. Archbishop Ettore Balestrero (Holy See)
🔹 H.E. Ambassador Marie-Thérèse Pictet-Althann (Sovereign Order of Malta)
🔹 Ms. Anja Tang (OIDAC Europe)
🔹 Mr. Márk Aurél Érszegi (Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary)

Freedom of religion is a fundamental human right – protecting it is our shared responsibility! 🙏🌍

25/02/2026

29/01/2026

Amb. Zsófia Havasi held constructive discussion with Tatiana Molcean, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), to exchange views on the future of the organization.

The talks focused on:
● the implications of the UN80 process,
● Hungary’s priorities within the ongoing reform efforts, and
● the Executive Secretary’s vision for the organization’s future.

Both sides underlined that a comprehensive and timely reform is essential.

Hungary remains committed to contributing actively to a strong and effective UNECE. 🤝🌍

14/12/2025

As the year draws to a close, a series of cultural and social events gave us the opportunity to present Hungary's cultural heritage, culinary masterpieces, and to share magical moments together, outside and within the walls of international organizations in Geneva.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone!

11/12/2025

Amb. Zsófia Havasi had exciting discussions with Valérie Ducrot, Executive Director of the Global Gas Center (GGC), exploring pathways to a resilient energy future in Europe.

The discussions focused on the following topics:
- Energy security - managing the volatility of supply chains in the context of geopolitical changes.
- European gas market - diversification and sustainability strategies to ensure reliable and affordable access.
- Diplomatic dialogues on energy - leveraging neutral platforms like Geneva to foster trust and innovation.
- Deepening ties - opportunities for increased collaboration on gas/LNG-related topics such as infrastructure, global markets, etc.

These conversations highlight how diplomacy can bridge divisions and accelerate cooperation.