Balázs Orbán
Balázs Orbán is a Hungarian political strategist and a key advisor to Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. He is known for his role in shaping the strategy of the ruling Fidesz party and has been influential in Hungary's approach to media and public discourse. Orbán has been vocal about the importance of controlling media narratives, reflecting the government's populist and nationalist agenda. His comments on media control highlight the tensions between government authority and independent journalism, particularly in an era where media freedom is increasingly under threat. Recently, he has gained attention for articulating the strategy of using media as a tool for political power.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 2 | 5.50 | 0.07% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 34,153 | $1,400,000 | 1,023$ |
| Argentina | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 45,195,774 | 18,998 | $450,000 | 189$ |
| Liechtenstein | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 38,137 | 14 | $6,900 | 3$ |
| Hungary | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 3,701 | $160,000 | 61$ |
| Totals | 5 | 101,649,040 | 56,866 | $2,016,900 | 1,276$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Hungary:
Balázs Orbán is the political director of the Prime Minister and remained the chairman of the Advisory Board despite controversial statements.
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Spain:
Balázs Orbán represented the government of Viktor Orbán in Hungary at the CPAC forum.
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Argentina:
Balazs Orban is the political director of the Hungarian Prime Minister attending the CPAC conference.
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Spain:
Balázs Orbán represented the government of Viktor Orbán at the CPAC conference.
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Liechtenstein:
Balázs Orbán commented on the control of media and its impact on a country's mentality.
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