In connection with talks on the anti-terrorism action plan, Antal Rogán, Head of Cabinet of the Prime Minister, explained that he has asked opposition parties not to underestimate the extent of the terrorist threat.

Mr. Rogán said that the opposition is still not taking the threat of terrorism seriously. He pointed out that the Government is only asking for means [of combatting terrorism] that Western European governments already have.

Having assessed Europe’s security policy situation and the Brussels terrorist attacks, the Government has decided to prepare an anti-terrorism action plan. As the opposition’s support is also needed in order to discuss and approve the plan as soon as possible, the Government initiated and organised five-party talks on the issue. Mr. Rogán said that a number of measures are envisaged as part of the action plan which would increase Hungary’s ability to protect itself: the Cabinet is planning developments in the field of staffing, equipment and technology in police and security units.

(Cabinet Office of the Prime Minister)