Viktor Orban: The man Trump calls 'a great leader'
The Global Story - A podcast by BBC World Service
The Hungarian prime minister has become a hero to many US conservatives. So how has Mr Orban changed Hungary throughout his 14 years in power? And why is he such an appealing figure to right-wing politicians around the world?In this episode, Sumi Somaskanda speaks to the BBC’s Central Europe correspondent Nick Thorpe, who has been covering Mr Orban’s career since the 1980s.The Global Story brings you trusted insights from BBC journalists worldwide. We want your ideas, stories and experiences to help us understand and tell #TheGlobalStory. Email us at [email protected] You can also message us or leave a voice note via WhatsApp on +44 330 123 9480.Producers: Peter Goffin, Eleanor Sly and Alix Pickles.Studio Engineers: Mike Regaard and Jeremy Morgan.Assistant Editor: Sergi Forcada Freixas.Senior News Editor: Richard Fenton-Smith.
