Hungary's sovereignty law raises concerns among Council of Europe experts for potentially chilling free debate and politically motivated applications.
Hungary's sovereignty law, designed to prevent foreign interference in politics, has raised concerns among constitutional law experts from the Council of Europe, who argue it could have a "chilling effect" on free and democratic debate. Critics also warn that the Sovereignty Protection Office, which can punish foreign financing for political groups with up to three years in prison, may lead to politically motivated applications of the law and interfere with privacy and democracy.
March 18, 2024
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