The United States is today designating senior Hungarian government official Antal Rogan under the Global Magnitsky sanctions program for his involvement in corruption.
During his tenure as a government official, including as Minister in Charge of Orban's Cabinet Office, Rogan has reportedly orchestrated schemes designed to control strategic sectors of the Hungarian economy. Minister Rogan has played a central role in enabling a system in Hungary that has benefitted himself and his party at the expense of the Hungarian people. Rogan's activity is emblematic of the broader climate of impunity in Hungary where key elements of the state have been captured by oligarchs and undemocratic actors.
Today's action implements the U.S. Strategy on Countering Corruption, which identifies state capture as a specific typology of concern. The United States has a national security interest in the vitality and continuity of the democratic institutions of our Allies as well as in protecting democracy globally. This designation is intended to ensure the U.S. financial system plays no role in facilitating the corrupt activities of Antal Rogan.
We continue to urge Hungary's leaders to address corruption proactively, unequivocally, and decisively. A more transparent Hungary will contribute to a stronger Transatlantic Alliance and a more prosperous Europe.
The Department of the Treasury's sanctions actions today were taken pursuant to Executive Order 13818
