The brief study describes and examines the development of
Hungarian–Chinese bilateral relations over the past decade, in
connection with the "Eastern Opening" strategy, with particular
attention to merchandise trade and foreign policy/economic aspects. It
points out that in the period after 2010, the relationship system, built
on historically stable foundations, has reached a new, higher level:
Hungary consciously positions itself as China's European foothold,
while the volume of bilateral merchandise trade is increasing and its
structure is diversifying; at the same time, the trade balance tilts
asymmetrically in favour of China. The author emphasizes that
Chinese investments and financing sources amid the limited European
Union funds simultaneously represent growth opportunities and
financial-technological dependence, which generate foreign policy
tensions in the EU and NATO context.
