Hungary’s official name changed from “Republic of Hungary” to “Hungary” when the new Constitution came into force on 1 January 2012.

Hungary is a landlocked country in Central Europe with a population of about 10 million, and an area of 93,030 square kilometers. The official language is Hungarian. Hungary’s capital and largest city is Budapest.

Hungary is a parliamentary republic.

The diplomatic relations between Albania and Hungary were established on 23 May 1922.

Political dialogue is considered one of the main pillars of bilateral relations. Hungary has used all opportunities to express the support for Albania’s European integration and has provided concrete support with expertise in the framework of the twinning programs and the Western Balkans Fund. Hungary has shown without any hesitation the willingness for the opening of the accession negotiations between the EU and Albania.​

The relations between our two countries have developed since the 15th century. They deepened with the creation of the modern Albanian state and still continue to progress in a multitude of fields. Albanians and Hungarians share an ancient tradition of friendly and cordial relations, dating back to the time of the strategic partnership and alliance between our National Hero, Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg, and the Hungarian National Hero Janos Hunyadi. Our common historical ties continued even after the declaration of independence, when King Zog chose as his future wife the noble Hungarian Countess Geraldine Appony.

The political relations between Albania and Hungary are consolidated and stable. Both countries have shown will in order to further intensify their political dialogue through visits at all levels, including high level visits, as a relevant contribution for strengthening the relations between the two countries and further intensification of the cooperation in areas of mutual interest. Hungary is one of the first European Union member states that ratified the SAA (Stabilization Association Agreement) between EU and Albania. The Hungarian Parliament ratified unanimously the agreement on 23 April 2007. The long and good tradition of friendship and cooperation between our two countries are well consolidated. Beyond the historical aspect, the stability of Albania is viewed as very important for Hungary. The European integration of the whole region of Western Balkans is of a paramount interest for Hungary, being in close and geo-strategical vicinity to the region.