Hungary’s parliament has elected Andrés Baka, the former president of the Supreme Court, as the country’s new president. The election took place today, with Baka running as the sole candidate. Opposition parties boycotted the vote, citing concerns over the process and the ruling party's dominance. Baka secured the presidency with the support of the governing Tisza party, which holds a two-thirds majority in parliament. His election was therefore virtually guaranteed without opposition participation. This outcome highlights the significant political power currently held by the ruling party in Hungary. The lack of competition raises questions about the democratic nature of the election process.