Hungary's tax authorities have blocked transfers abroad made by unknown individuals associated with Antal Rogán, one of the closest aides to outgoing Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
Hungary's tax authorities have blocked transfers abroad made by unknown individuals associated with Antal Rogán, one of the closest aides to outgoing Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
This was announced by future Prime Minister Péter Madyar, whose statement was reported by Reuters, writes bb.lv.
Madyar stated on social media that the tax office NAV "suspended several transfers related to Antal Rogán's circle, amounting to billions of forints due to suspicions of money laundering." In the video, Madyar did not provide evidence to support his accusations. Billions of forints are equivalent to millions of dollars.
The government spokesperson did not respond to an email request for comment from Rogán, who serves as the minister heading the Prime Minister's Office under Orbán.
When asked about Madyar's statements, the Hungarian police referred to a statement on their website, which indicated that an investigation is ongoing regarding the suspicion of concealing illegally obtained funds or other assets. No suspects were named in the statement.
Madyar did not name members of Rogán's circle whom he referred to. Madyar has long expressed concerns that Orbán's allies may use their final weeks in power to attempt to conceal income from what he claims is corruption.
Madyar stated that the bank accounts of "several front persons" linked to the outgoing government have also been frozen. He did not name the owners of the frozen accounts and did not provide evidence.
In his video, Madyar urged the head of Hungary's tax authority to file reports with the police regarding suspicious money flows and noted that banks should enhance the oversight of their compliance departments and report any suspicious activities.
"Let me warn you now that anyone – whether a government agency or a bank – who does not act in accordance with the letter and spirit of the law will have to answer to the Hungarian justice system," he said.
The 54-year-old Rogán has been one of Orbán's closest aides throughout his tenure and a prominent figure in his Fidesz party.
In January 2025, the Biden administration imposed sanctions against him due to corruption allegations that, according to Washington, enriched entities close to the Fidesz party.
As a result, at this stage, the matter is more about politically significant accusations than a confirmed corruption case. The lack of specific individuals and evidence requires caution in assessments.
If the investigation confirms the suspicions, it could turn into one of the largest corruption cases in modern Hungary. Otherwise, the situation risks remaining part of the political struggle ahead of a change in power.
