The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group has reinforced its commitment to supporting Hungary’s economic development following a high-level visit to Budapest by EIB Vice-President Marko Primorac on 13–14 July 2026. The visit focused on identifying investment opportunities that align with Hungary’s reform priorities and contribute to long-term economic growth and improved living standards.
During the visit, Vice-President Primorac met with Hungary’s Minister for Children and Education, Judit Lannert, and János Gerendás, Chief Executive Officer of the Hungarian Development Bank (MFB). Discussions centred on investments in education, innovation, skills development, housing, transport, energy infrastructure, electricity grids, social infrastructure, and improving access to finance for businesses.
The meetings also explored ways to develop investment-ready projects capable of attracting financing that can accelerate Hungary’s economic reforms. The discussions built on the ongoing cooperation between the EIB Group and the Hungarian government, following Vice-President Primorac’s previous visit to the country in June.
The EIB Group has been a long-term development partner for Hungary since 1991, providing more than €25 billion in financing to support infrastructure, businesses, and sustainable economic development across the country.
Alongside the visit, the European Investment Fund (EIF) held discussions with Hungarian government representatives, MFB, and industry organisations to expand support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), start-ups, innovation, venture capital, affordable housing, and social infrastructure. The EIF continues to play an important role in improving access to finance for businesses through guarantees, equity investments, and partnerships with financial institutions.
The EIB Group and MFB are also exploring new cooperation models to accelerate the effective use of European Union funding in Hungary. This includes advisory support to strengthen project preparation, financing structures, and implementation capacity for sustainable investment projects.
Vice-President Primorac also participated in the Budapest Energy and Security Talks, where policymakers and industry leaders discussed Europe’s energy security, climate challenges, and strategic autonomy. During the event, he highlighted the importance of investing in electricity grids, energy storage, clean technologies, and resilient infrastructure to improve energy affordability, strengthen competitiveness, and support Europe’s transition to a more sustainable energy system.
The latest engagements underline the EIB Group’s ongoing commitment to supporting Hungary’s economic reforms through strategic investments, improved access to finance, and sustainable infrastructure development. By working closely with national institutions, the EIB aims to help strengthen competitiveness, encourage innovation, and improve the quality of life for citizens across Hungary.
