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The security perception and security policy of Hungary, 1989–2018

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  • Ádám Budai

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Between 1989 and 2018, the basic characteristics of the security perception of the Hungarian society remained constant, but significant changes occurred in the realm of security policy. The security perception of the Hungarian society retained its multidimensional character, while non-military dimensions became increasingly predominant. As a consequence of the changing strategic environment and the country's accession to NATO, Hungary became a more active actor in international security policy, albeit with strict limitations on the use of force. The changes in Hungary's foreign policy orientation after the end of the Cold War can be best described as a gradual and consistent shift towards Euro-Atlantic integration, facilitated by both external and internal factors. Furthermore, the Hungarian Defence Forces began their transformation from a Soviet-type mass army into a Western-type of expeditionary model of armed forces, that has been further accelerated by a new large-scale modernisation programme since 2016.

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  • Ádám Budai, 2021. "The security perception and security policy of Hungary, 1989–2018," Defense & Security Analysis, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 37(1), pages 9-22, January.
  • Handle: RePEc:taf:cdanxx:v:37:y:2021:i:1:p:9-22
    DOI: 10.1080/14751798.2020.1831225
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