Hungary's 'regime change' brings newcomers into parliament

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Budapest: The inaugural session of the Hungarian parliament on Saturday signals a historic "regime change" following the landslide victory of Peter Magyar and his Tisza party. 

After sixteen years of nationalist rule under Viktor Orban, the 199-member National Assembly will now feature a record number of women—accounting for over a quarter of lawmakers and more than a hundred deputies entirely new to the political sphere.

Magyar’s pro-EU conservative movement is defined by a diverse roster of professionals stepping into public service for the first time. Among the most notable is Andrea Rost, a world-renowned soprano who has performed at the Metropolitan Opera and La Scala; she transitioned to politics after becoming an early, prominent voice for change. 

Joining her is Vilmos Katai-Nemeth, an aikido master and lawyer who will serve as Hungary's first visually impaired cabinet member. Additionally, Agnes Forsthoffer, a former hotelier, is set to become the second woman to serve as Speaker of the National Assembly, aiming to restore a culture of dignity and cooperation. Together, these newcomers represent a significant shift in Hungary's legislative identity and political direction.