PRESS RELEASE BY THE OFFICE OF THE SPEAKER Speaker of the House of Representatives Anġlu Farrugia receives the Speaker of the National Assembly of Hungary László Kövér

Speaker of the House of Representatives Anġlu Farrugia, received the Speaker of the National Assembly of Hungary László Kövér, at the Parliament of Malta for a bilateral meeting held as part of an official visit by a Hungarian parliamentary delegation to Malta from 28 to 30 May 2025.

During the meeting, the two dignitaries held in-depth discussions on issues of mutual interest. They highlighted the strong and longstanding relations between Malta and Hungary and expressed a shared commitment to further enhancing bilateral cooperation, particularly at the parliamentary level.

The discussions also covered regional and European Union matters, where both parties acknowledged the importance of close collaboration among EU Member States, especially in addressing common challenges such as migration, security, and economic development.

Speaker Anġlu Farrugia and Speaker László Kövér also discussed Malta’s current Presidency of the Council of Europe. Speaker of the House of Representatives Anġlu Farrugia outlined Malta’s priorities and initiatives during the presidency, including the promotion of democratic values, rule of law, and human rights. In turn, Speaker Kövér expressed his country’s support for the Council’s mission and Malta’s role in steering its agenda during this critical time.

The meeting reaffirmed the strong parliamentary ties and mutual respect that exist between Malta and Hungary, paving the way for deeper cooperation in the years to come.

László Kövér’s visit reflects the continued efforts to strengthen inter-parliamentary dialogue and international cooperation, based on shared values and mutual interests.