Anti-corruption office formed; rail development announced.
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Hungary is taking a new step in its fight against corruption with the establishment of a 200-person anti-corruption office. This new body is tasked with investigating suspected government corruption, with the selection of its leadership anticipated next week.
On the economic and infrastructure front, a major railway development project is set to enhance a key line in the Budapest agglomeration. However, the agricultural sector faces a dire outlook, with a new report predicting an escalating crisis in 2026 due to climate change and economic pressures.
Further political developments include László Toroczkai, leader of the Our Homeland Movement, filing a complaint concerning public procurements related to the August 20th national holiday celebrations. Meanwhile, discussions around children's mental health and the challenges in public media restructuring continue to draw attention.