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1/21/25, 2:50 PM
Center for Constitutional Politics

Research seminar on originalism

On January 20th, Professor Lee Strang, the director of the Salmon P. Chase Center for Civics, Culture, and Society at The Ohio State University, was the guest speaker at the MCC Center for Constitutional Politics’ research seminar series. Professor Strang delivered an insightful lecture based on his book "Originalism’s Promise" (Cambridge University Press, 2019), which explores the foundations and implications of originalist constitutional interpretation.
1/17/25, 11:27 AM
Learning Institute

The Day After Tomorrow's Education

Budapest
On January 15, our Learning Institute organized the launch of Zoltán Gloviczki's latest book. Gloviczki, the rector of Apor Vilmos Catholic College, chairman of the MRK Teacher Training Committee, and a prominent figure in Hungarian education policy, presented his new work during the event. The book, titled "The Day After Tomorrow's Education – Preparing for the Human Future", was presented with the author joined in conversation by János Setényi, director of the Learning Institute, and Richárd Fodor, research leader.
1/9/25, 2:35 PM
Public Affairs Programs, Women's Public Leadership Program

Debrecen and Legislation: Women at the Forefront of Public Affairs

Debrecen
The second weekend of the 7th cohort of the MCC Women’s Public Leadership Program took place from December 13–15, focusing on legislation and leadership self-development. The goal of the weekend was to provide participants with a deeper understanding of Hungary’s legal and legislative processes, including their various nuances, while also initiating their journey of leadership.
12/18/24, 3:45 PM
Brussels

MCC Brussels' New Report Uncovers Donald Tusk's Anti Democracy Handbook

Brussels
A new report from MCC Brussels warns of an escalating constitutional crisis in Poland under Prime Minister Donald Tusk. It details a coordinated assault on the rule of law that threatens to undermine democracy and judicial independence.
12/12/24, 2:26 PM
Center for Architecture and Remembrance

MCC Begins Restoration of the Korona Hotel in Miskolc

Miskolc
Architecture expresses the relationship of a community to itself. A building tells us what we think of ourselves - a building is a community's dream of itself. The MCC itself is a big community dream!" said Balázs Orbán, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of MCC, in his welcome speech before the panel discussion on the restoration of the Korona Hotel in Miskolc.
12/11/24, 3:27 PM
Youth Research Institute

Experts Gather at MCC to Discuss the Impact of Phone-Free Classrooms at the Back to the Future Conference

Budapest
Yesterday, the Back to the Future – Locked Screens in the Classroom conference brought together educators, policymakers, and mental health experts to explore the transformative impact of phone-free classrooms and the challenges posed by digital device use. The event, hosted by our Youth Research Institute, examined how reducing technology in classrooms can enhance students’ attention, social skills, and mental well-being, while offering innovative solutions to navigate the digital age.
12/9/24, 2:52 PM
German-Hungarian Institute for European Cooperation

Book Launch at MCC: Irén Rab's Ungarnreal Explores Hungary Through German Eyes

Budapest
Last Friday, the German-Hungarian Institute for European Cooperation hosted the launch of Irén Rab’s latest book, Ungarnreal. The event brought together the author, Bence Bauer, Director of the Institute, and Ágnes Horváth, editor at MTVA, who served as the moderator. The discussion revolved around the relationship between Hungary and Germany, and the unique lens through which Hungarian thought is presented.
12/9/24, 11:23 AM
Center for Constitutional Politics

Research seminar with Asanga Welikala

Asanga Welikala, Lecturer in Public Law at the School of Law, University of Edinburgh, and Acting Director of the Edinburgh Centre for Constitutional Law, visited the MCC Center for Constitutional Politics for a research seminar on common good and constitutional laws.
12/4/24, 1:36 PM
Brussels

MCC Brussels Hosts National Identity and Mass Migration: Clash of Values?

Brussels
On December 3, 2024, MCC Brussels hosted a discussion titled National Identity and Mass Migration: Clash of Values? featuring Nicolas Pouvreau-Monti, co-founder of the French think tank l’Observatoire de l’Immigration et de la Démographie (OID), and Göran Adamson, Associate Professor of Sociology and a critic of multiculturalism.
12/4/24, 9:19 AM
Budapest Lectures

Geopolitics in Focus: Jean-Daniel Ruch at MCC

Budapest
This week, we had the honor of hosting Jean-Daniel Ruch, former Swiss diplomat. Drawing from his extensive experience, he offered a thought-provoking analysis of the global geopolitical landscape, highlighting historical turning points, current challenges, and the evolving roles of nations like Hungary and Switzerland.
12/2/24, 12:36 PM
Center for International Law

MCC Hosts Energy Charter Treaty at a Crossroads Conference

Budapest
Last Thursday, MCC hosted the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) Conference, bringing together global experts to discuss the treaty’s modernization and its critical role in addressing contemporary energy challenges. The event began with opening remarks from Lénárd Sándor and Veronika Korom, setting the stage for dynamic and timely discussions.
11/29/24, 11:44 AM
Brussels

MCC Brussels with the Liszt Institute Hosts Event: Creativity in Chains – The Diversity Agenda

Brussels
The event entitled “Creativity in chains: The Diversity Agenda” gathered international film, theater and literary experts to explore the freedom of artists. Political ideologies and regulations constrain not only freedom of expression but also artistic expression as well. The public discussion, attended by a number of artists, was organized by the MCC Brussels at the Liszt Institute - Hungarian Cultural Center.
11/27/24, 9:30 AM
Budapest Lectures

Energy Security Dilemmas: Europe's Path Forward, Fahira Brodlija at MCC

Budapest
MCC organized a Budapest Lecture as a side event of the international conference entitled The Energy Charter Treaty at a Crossroads and we were honored to host Fahira Brodlija, Adjunct Lecturer at the International University of Sarajevo. The discussion centered on the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) and its evolving role in the complex interplay between energy policy, climate change, and international law.
11/27/24, 9:30 AM
Budapest Fellowship Program

Discover Hungary: The Historical and Natural Treasures of Esztergom

Esztergom
The "Discover Hungary" trip with the Budapest Fellowship Program fellows was an enchanting experience, blending history with fortuitous weather. The journey began on Budapest’s first snowy morning of the season, transitioning to sunny skies that provided breathtaking views from Esztergom’s basilica.
11/26/24, 2:44 PM
Center for Constitutional Politics

Cross-Examination Moot in Paris

Our junior research fellow, Márk Dudás, and his team were among the eight best teams in the world at the Cross-Examination Moot organized by the International Chamber of Commerce.
11/25/24, 4:09 PM

MCC Brussels Hosts Conference on Culture Wars and Geopolitics in a New Era

Brussels
While the culture war is already unfolding on a global scale, influencing deeper geopolitical power dynamics, and the shift in American policy could bring significant changes in this regard, Europe continues to struggle with defining itself. Its weakening strength and diminishing position of power have long urged the recovery of its lost identity and the development of a shared vision for the future. At MCC's conference in Brussels on Wednesday, participants agreed that at this turning point of global transformation, the decision can no longer be postponed—Europe's role in the new era must be clarified.
11/22/24, 11:20 AM
Budapest Fellowship Program, Visiting Fellowship Program

MCC Debrecen Hosts A Discussion on the Return of Trump

Debrecen
Tuesday, November 5, marked a pivotal moment for the future of the world's most powerful country—a crossroads between two vastly different visions. The U.S. presidential election brought a sweeping victory for Donald Trump and the Republicans, possibly the most remarkable political comeback in American history.
11/19/24, 11:02 AM
Budapest Lectures, Center for European Studies

MCC Hosts an Event Addressing the Challenges of the Muslim Brotherhood

Budapest
Yesterday’s Budapest Lecture event a thought-provoking discussion on The Brotherhood and Its Networks: Secular Society Under Siege. Florence Bergeaud-Blackler, an esteemed anthropologist and author of the bestselling book Brotherism and Its Networks: An Investigation, captivated the audience with her insights. The event was moderated by Rodrigo Ballester, Head of the Center for European Studies at MCC.
11/15/24, 11:20 AM
Visiting Fellowship Program

Turning Points: Reflections on the 5th EPC Summit’s Vision and Goals

Budapest
Yesterday, we were proud to host an insightful event, "Turning Points: An Evaluation of the 5th EPC Summit’s Vision and Goals," where experts came together to discuss the pressing challenges facing Europe. The event, inspired by the recent EPC Summit held in Hungary, brought together thought leaders to reflect on its outcomes and explore solutions in the areas of security, migration, and regional cooperation.
11/13/24, 3:30 PM

Style is What you Build for Yourself: Miklós Schiffer Lectures on the Importance of Style

Dress has always been important in terms of how they express themselves to their environment in everyday life. This is even more so in the world of politics, where dress is also part of official protocol. One must only think of the British royal dynasty or the leaders of certain countries, whose clothing and dress style is part of the appearance of the community they represent.
11/12/24, 11:29 AM
Center for Constitutional Politics

How to Elect Judges? Judicial Appointments in Eastern Europe and Latin America

Budapest
The Center for Constitutional Politics recently hosted an engaging panel discussion featuring Johanna Fröhlich, a Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for Political and State Theory at the National University of Public Service, and Katalin Kelemen, an Associate Professor at Örebro University in Sweden.
11/11/24, 11:18 AM
School of Law, Center for International Law

Sovereignty in the Age of Globalization and Digitalization

"The 2024 version of the rule of law combines the power of judges, militant groups and administrative authorities that claim to be "independent". Judges make law while pretending to interpret it. Militant groups transform their demands into basic rights through the media. The 'independent' administrative authorities exercise an aggressive form of social engineering without having been given a mandate to do so, and in the name of combating hatred and disinformation they are in fact promoting civilizational censorship. They are doing this as part of a globalized techno-structure that is steadily stripping national sovereignty of its essence," said Mathieu Bock-Coté, world-renowned Canadian sociologist, author and political commentator, at the Laws of Sovereignty conference on Friday. The international event, organized by MCC, brought together renowned law professors, political scientists and experts from international judicial fora from around the world and legal cultures to share their views on the new challenges to sovereignty, such as globalization, European integration and digitalization.
11/6/24, 3:04 PM
Election Nights

MCC Co-Hosts Insightful U.S. Election Night Event

Budapest
The Election Night event, co-hosted by the Center for Fundamental Rights last night, gathered experts and officials to examine the wider implications of the U.S. election.
11/5/24, 1:00 PM
Youth Research Institute

Defusing the Demographic Time Bomb: Leading Demographer Speaks to MCC Students on Humanity's Future

On November 4, 2024, the Youth Research Institute hosted an event focused on the global population crisis. The central theme of the event was how the declining birth rates worldwide threaten societal sustainability and the potential implications for future generations.
11/4/24, 1:19 PM

MCC Students Engage in Diplomatic, Cultural, and Academic Experiences in the United States

From September 15th to 22nd, MCC students participated in a study trip to the United States at the invitation of the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. During the one-week program, participants gained an in-depth insight into American political, cultural and historical life and built valuable international contacts.
10/30/24, 2:11 PM
School of Law

MCC-King's Summit in London: A Deep Dive into Europe’s Past and Present

“Instead of Ideology, Europe Is Based on History”
10/29/24, 9:57 AM
Brussels

Transylvanian Students Embark on Immersive EU Journey in Brussels

This week, twenty Hungarian high school students from across Transylvania participated in an educational journey to Brussels, designed to deepen their understanding of European Union institutions and the city's rich historical context. Representing all eight MCC centers in Transylvania, this diverse group had the unique opportunity of a four-day, multifaceted trip, which fostered connections among young Hungarians and strengthened networks within the Hungarian minority in Romania.
10/24/24, 1:24 PM
Brussels

MCC Brussels Honors the Spirit of 1956 with its Annual Freedom Breakfeast

On a crisp October morning in Brussels, history, memory, and the enduring fight for freedom were celebrated at the Freedom Breakfast, a commemorative event that honored the legacy of the 1956 Hungarian Revolution. Hosted by MCC Brussels, the event featured powerful speeches from prominent figures, each reflecting on the continued relevance of the revolution and the challenges facing Europe today.
10/23/24, 12:50 PM
Center for European Studies

MCC’s Center for European Studies Hosts Conference on EU Merit-Based Enlargement

Budapest
This past Friday, MCC's Center for European Studies organized a captivating and thought-provoking conference titled “EU Merit-Based Enlargement: Utopian, Dystopian, or Simply Realistic?”. The event brought together prominent experts and intellectuals from Türkiye’s Economic Development Foundation (IKV), Hungary, and beyond to explore the future of EU enlargement and debate the challenges and opportunities surrounding the topic.
10/21/24, 1:23 PM

MCC Co-Hosts the Transatlantic Partnership in a New Era Conference

On October 14th, MCC hosted the "Transatlantic Partnership in a New Era" conference in Berlin, uniting influential leaders from Europe and the United States to tackle significant challenges impacting the Transatlantic alliance. The event, organized by Mathias Corvinus Collegium, The German-Hungarian Institute for European Cooperation, The Danube Institute, and TheRepublic, sought to connect American, German, and Hungarian conservatives while fostering a vision for a future where these nations cooperate under conservative governance. Key sessions addressed critical topics including migration, antisemitism, economic policies, and evolving transatlantic relations.
10/21/24, 10:39 AM
Budapest Fellowship Program, Center for Law and Society, Center for Private Law, Center for International Law, Fall Academy

"Europe's Strength Lies in the Unparalleled Diversity of its Nations' Cultures."

Esztergom
MCC's School of Law hosted its three-day Autumn Academy under the title “At the Crossroads of Europe.” The weekend's discussions placed the goals and tasks of Hungary’s EU presidency into a broader context, addressing the challenges facing European cooperation. Renowned Hungarian legal scholars and leaders involved in the presidency shared their insights on these issues, followed by a debate competition among participating students.
10/17/24, 12:27 PM
Brussels

MCC Brussels Hosts "The War Against the Past: Fighting for our history" Conference

A thought-provoking intellectual forum took place at the historic Solvay Library in Brussels, addressing the cultural attacks on Western history and heritage. Titled "The War Against the Past: Fighting for Our History," the event was organized by MCC Brussels and brought together leading European thinkers to discuss societal tensions surrounding historical revisionism, identity politics, and the erasure of Western cultural achievements.
10/15/24, 11:31 AM
Visiting Fellowship Program

Myths, Hoaxes and Pseudoscience with Peter Boghossian

The renowned American philosopher and college professor, philosopher Peter Boghossian gave a lecture on the topic of myths, hoaxes and pseudoscience at MCC. The intriguing event shed light on the growing influence of ideologies on scientific journals and academic institutions has contributed to a growing "crisis of confidence".
10/14/24, 8:56 AM
German-Hungarian Institute for European Cooperation

MCC is organizing a conference in Berlin with the involvement of internationally recognized experts, scholars, and politicians.

The goal of the "Transatlantic Partnership in a New Era" conference is to create a unique forum for discussing the most current issues concerning European and American relations, as well as the public affairs of both continents, from the perspectives of Hungary, Germany, and the United States.
10/11/24, 4:23 PM

The Emerging Global South in a Shifting World Order – Samir Saran at MCC

The Global South plays a critical role in shaping the future of global affairs, economics, and culture. As the world becomes more interconnected, understanding and engaging with these nations is essential for achieving a more equitable and sustainable future. Coming from India, our international guest Samir Saran talked about his country’s development over the past three decades and also explained the hardships India faces in the 21st century.
10/3/24, 3:32 PM
School of Law

Every Generation Has a Duty to Fight for its Cultural Heritage": MCC Particpates in an International Heritage Protection Conference

16 students from MCC's School of Law participated in an international conference on different aspects of cultural heritage protection. The conference covered topics such as the protection of culture in the era of globalisation and European integration, the challenges of artificial intelligence and armed conflict, and the specific situation of underwater heritage. The students presented cases of Hungarian cultural heritage protection such as the Verespatak investment and the protection of the origin of Tokaj wine.
10/2/24, 10:47 AM

Frank Füredi's New Book The War Against the Past: Why The West Must Fight For Its History, was Presented After Cancellation Attempt

Brussels
There was great anticipation surrounding the release of Professor Frank Füredi's book, The War Against the Past: Why the West Must Fight for its History. Originally scheduled to be held at a local bookstore, the event was relocated to the Brussels Press Club on Monday evening after the bookstore unexpectedly canceled the event.
9/25/24, 3:52 PM
Visiting Fellowship Program

MCC Co-Hosts Conference "Identity as a Political Weapon"

Budapest
This past Monday and Tuesday, we had the honor of co-hosting a thought-provoking conference titled "Identity as a Political Weapon", in collaboration with the XXI Institute. The event brought together a diverse array of prominent political leaders, academics, and thinkers to engage in critical discussions on identity, gender, and sex— topics that are increasingly shaping political landscapes around the globe.
9/24/24, 12:10 PM
Center for Constitutional Politics

John Finnis at the Center for Constitutional Politics

9/20/24, 3:06 PM
Budapest Fellowship Program

MCC Welcomes New Cohort of Budapest Fellowship Program

Budapest
We are happy to announce the official launch of the fifth year of the Budapest Fellowship Program (BFP), in collaboration with the Hungary Foundation. This September, five American researchers—Charles Yockey, Daniel Whitehead, Evelyn Whitehead, Helen Roy, and Matt Roy—arrived in Hungary to begin a ten-month journey of research, teaching, and cultural immersion.