The Hungarian Parliament has approved amendments to its budget rules, a key step towards accessing billions of euros in frozen EU funds. The reforms address concerns raised by the European Union regarding the independence of fiscal institutions and rule of law. This move fulfills commitments made by Hungary to unlock the funding, which includes grants and loans from the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF). The vote follows months of negotiations between Budapest and Brussels. Unlocking these funds is crucial for Hungary’s economic stability and planned investment projects. The government anticipates the funds will boost economic growth and support key sectors. Further evaluation by the EU Commission is still required before the funds are disbursed.