The European Commission has denied assertions that Hungary has received or secured access to billions of euros in European Union funds that were previously frozen. The Commission clarified that Hungary has not yet submitted an official payment request under the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF), a critical step for accessing these funds. Hungary has a deadline until September 30, 2026, to file the necessary documentation.
According to the Commission, an evaluation of Hungary’s adherence to the required reforms and “super milestones” will only occur after the payment request has been formally submitted. This statement implies that the review process is still underway and no confirmation has been made that Hungary has fulfilled all the necessary conditions to access the funds.
Under the guidelines of the RRF, Hungary is required to demonstrate that it has implemented the necessary reforms and investments. Once Hungary submits its documentation, the European Commission will review the materials to decide whether the funds can be released. The Commission has stated that any approved payments must be completed by December 31, 2026.
However, the process may face delays if the Commission identifies any discrepancies or issues requiring additional documentation or corrections. This ongoing situation arises amidst claims from the TISZA government that Hungary had effectively secured the EU funding that was previously frozen.
The European Commission’s response highlights that these funds have not yet been disbursed, and the final assessment of Hungary’s compliance with the RRF conditions is still pending. The unfolding events underscore the complex dynamics between Hungary and the European Union regarding the disbursement of these critical funds.