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Hungary Probes BYD Deal Amid Szijjártó Exit | Tulsa News
Hungary is launching a major investigation into a controversial $100 billion-plus deal with Chinese EV giant BYD, just weeks after former Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó quit his government post to join BYD as an executive. The probe will examine public funds, diplomatic support, and infrastructure backing provided during Szijjártó’s tenure—including BYD’s European factory, Budapest HQ, and research center—all aimed at positioning Hungary as a battery manufacturing hub. Critics accuse Szijjártó of a blatant conflict of interest, while environmental groups and locals warn of ecological…
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