Hungary probes deal with China’s BYD carmaker after ex-foreign minister takes job there

Hungary's government is investigating a large investment by Chinese automaker BYD, facilitated by former foreign minister Péter Szijjártó, who recently joined the company. The probe focuses on subsidies and state support provided during Szijjártó's tenure, including a 2025 government assistance package for BYD's European headquarters and R&D center in Budapest.