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Hungary has made virtually no progress in addressing European Union concerns about democratic backsliding over the last year, as the EU's justice commissioner unveiled the bloc's annual rule of law report.
The section on Hungary highlighted concern about party financing, secret surveillance, media pluralism, and excessive use of government emergency powers, among other shortcomings.
Justice Commissioner Michael McGrath expressed disappointment in reporting further progress on the recommendations made last year, indicating ongoing issues with Hungary's democracy.
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