The Hungarian government unveils a tougher version of its package of planned laws targeting NGOs funded by the American Jewish billionaire George Soros.
Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s government accuses Soros of encouraging illegal immigration into Europe.
As in the original version of the law drafted last month, a tax of 25 percent would be levied on foreign funding given to organizations considered to be “supporting” illegal immigration.
The new draft also retains provisions banning entry to Hungary for foreigners suspected of supporting the entry of asylum seekers, and for preventing Hungarian citizens from approaching the country’s border regions if they are similarly suspected.
In addition, the latest version would see NGOs having to undergo a “check” by the security services before being authorized to operate.
“If NGOs refuse to apply for this permission, or if it’s refused, a fine will be levied, and if the violation continues, they could be banned from operating,” government spokesman Bence Tuzson tells reporters.
— AFP
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