Hungary hits back at Baltic and Nordic critics of visa scheme for Russians and Belarusians
The government in Budapest has for years been criticised by many EU states for its perceived closeness to the Kremlin.
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00:00After announcing a new joint energy venture, Hungary hit back at critics of their recent decision to ease entry rules for Russian and Belarusian nationals.
00:08The new immigration scheme allows foreign workers to stay in the country for at least two years and can pave the way to permanent residency.
00:15Other EU countries expressed concerns over the potential security risk.
00:19Now when it comes to the national cards, you know, there has been a fake news campaign carried out against Hungary.
00:27A fake news campaign by the Baltic and the Nordic countries.
00:31They are lying.
00:33The fact is that Hungary has absolutely not eased any kind of procedure based on which third country nationals can enter the territory of Hungary.
00:44The comments were made at the launch of a new joint energy venture by Romania, Hungary, Georgia and Azerbaijan aimed at bringing renewable energy to the EU.
00:54Ministers say the project will strengthen security and drive down energy prices.