Following President Von der Leyen, French President Emmanuel Macron has also congratulated the new leader of Hungary. In a post on "X," Macron wrote that he spoke with Péter Magyar to congratulate him on his victory in Hungary. Macron stated that France welcomes the triumph of democratic participation, the Hungarian people's commitment to European Union values, and Hungary's dedication to Europe. He added that the two countries will move forward towards a more sovereign Europe, for the continent's security, competitiveness, and European democracy.