The end of the Viktor Orbán era
Populist nationalism can be beaten at the ballot box, even if it can endure a long time
Populist nationalism can be beaten at the ballot box, even if it can endure a long time

Defeat for the populist rightwing premier would reverberate across Europe

The country’s economic model has stoked inflation and weighed on growth

Several loyalists have moved overseas while others vow to form ‘constructive co-operation’ with incoming premier

Election follows bitter campaign that has energised both government loyalists and opposition behind Péter Magyar

Péter Magyar’s focus on pocket book issues may give him the edge over Orbán

Hungary’s illiberal champion has benefited from the misjudgments and complacency of other leaders