An investigation by Direkt36 reveals that the company of Szilárd Benkő, a close friend of Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó, was involved in an African investment project financed by a Hungarian loan. Benkő’s firm has previously worked on numerous projects connected to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The investigation suggests a potential link between the minister’s associate and state funds allocated for international ventures. Szijjártó claims he was unaware of these specific business dealings. The findings raise questions about transparency and potential conflicts of interest surrounding state-backed investments and the involvement of individuals with close ties to government officials. Further scrutiny is expected regarding the details of the African project and the extent of Benkő’s company’s involvement.