Tusványos 2025

The Bálványos Summer University and Student Camp – better known as Tusványos – has been a unique meeting point for over three decades. Held in the heart of Transylvania, it brings together Hungarian public life, conservative thought, and international political dialogue in a festival-like setting that combines intellectual depth with a free-spirited atmosphere. Tusványos holds a special place in Central European public discourse, offering a platform for meaningful discussions that transcend borders.

This year, CDI Hungary was once again an active participant in the program. We organized three key events that strengthened international connections and provided opportunities for substantive dialogue.

It was an honour to host a private dinner with more than twenty distinguished international conservative leaders, including former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott. The informal gathering offered space for personal exchange, networking, and the foundation of future cooperation across continents.

Panel Discussion: “Global Awakening – Social and Political Change Around the World”

Our international panel featured guests from four continents – Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and Europe – who shared their insights on the social and political transformations unfolding in their regions. The discussion explored the opportunities and challenges facing conservative movements worldwide and was moderated by the Director of CDI.

Two Book Presentations with Alejandro Peña Esclusa

Venezuelan conservative thinker Alejandro Peña Esclusa held two book presentations during the week, introducing all three of his works published so far in Hungarian. Among them was his most recent volume, Classical Art and Cultural Marxism. His reflections on the situation in Latin America and the global ideological landscape brought valuable perspective to the audience.

These events reflect the growing international relevance of Tusványos, which today is not only a hub for Hungarian youth, but also a platform where conservative leaders, intellectuals, and civil society actors come together to exchange ideas and shape responses to the challenges of our time.