Hungarian PM Peter Magyar announced a temporary freeze on non‑essential government spending for 1‑2 weeks pending a budget review.
Regular outlays such as civil servants’ salaries will continue, while the freeze requires cabinet approval.
Magyar reiterated plans to secure over €10 billion (€12 bn) EU funding this month to address Hungary’s budget deficit.
He expressed confidence the EU deal will be finalized before the end‑August deadline for using the funds.