Budapest Police Probe Turkish “Soft Power” Fraud: The Budapest Metropolitan Police opened a criminal investigation into alleged fraud at the Ankara-linked Yunus Emre Institute’s Budapest branch, with claims that Hungarian citizens were listed as paid employees without consent. EU Customs Shake-Up for Online Shopping: Hungary’s e-commerce market is cooling as Temu, Shein and AliExpress face higher costs after EU rules ended the low-value duty exemption; PwC Hungary says shoppers now compare total prices more carefully. Diesel Support for Drivers: Hungary is moving to compensate diesel car owners as fuel prices rise, with a monthly support scheme aimed at nearly one million drivers. Hungary–Malaysia Green Energy Bridge: Hungary and Malaysia are deepening ties in green energy and high-tech, highlighting economic diplomacy beyond traditional trade. Aviation Deal Keeps TUI Flying: Smartwings and TUI extended their flight partnership for three more years, sustaining leisure connectivity from Central Europe. World Athletics Ultimate in Budapest: Americans Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Kenny Bednarek won sprint doubles, each taking $300,000, under a new faster, prize-heavy format. Ecomondo Goes Global: IEG plans to expand Ecomondo’s international reach in 2026, adding a textile supply-chain hall and boosting AI and circular-economy focus, with a roadshow including Hungary.