In April of 1849 Hungary gained their independence. Western Hungary was part of the Roman Empire’s provinces of Pannonia and Dacia in 14 BC. The president of Hungary is Janos Ader, and prime minister is Viktor Orban. The Prime Minister is the head of government of a pluriform multi-party system, which means multiple political parties have the ability to gain control of government offices. The President is the head of state and holds a largely ceremonial position.
Hungary is a Parliamentary democracy. The GDP is $198.1 billion; per capita $19,800. The unemployment rate is 10.7%. Natural resources found are bauxite, coal, natural gas, fertile soil, and arable land. Germany, France, Netherlands, and Australia are major trading partners with Hungary.
The population of Hungary is 9,958,453. Of that population 92.3% is Hungarian, 1.9% is Roma, and other or unknown is at 5.8%. The main language spoken by 92% of the population is Magyar(Hungarian.) Most people that live in Hungary are expected to live till they are 75 years old.
Budapest is Hungary’s capital and largest city with 1.705 million people living their. Tourist usually visit Budapest when they go to Hungary. It is one of the most beautiful capitals to visit in the world. Budapest is located in the northern part of Hungary. Another major city is Debrec, with 204,333 people living there. Miskolc is another major city with a population of 162,905. The top five must see attractions are: Lake Balaton, Hungary Parliament Building, Andrassy Avenue, and Buda Castle and Matthias Church.
The United States has several relations with Hungary. First of all, we are ally’s with Hungary. They are a member of the European Union. We have common goals in wanting to promote democracy in Europe’s east. Hungary has been a firm ally.
Hungary is one of the oldest countries in Europe. It was founded in 896. Another fact is that the rubik's cube and ballpoint pen was invented in Hungary. Hungary shares borders with six other countries. Hungary would be a very fun place to go visit.
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Website Title: U.S. Department of State
Article Title: U.S. Relations With Hungary
Publisher: U.S. Department of State
Electronically Published: September 24, 2013
Date Accessed: January 30, 2014
Website Title: Infoplease
Article Title: Geography
Publisher: Infoplease
Date Accessed: January 30, 2014
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