Szabolcs SZOLNOKIDeputy State Secretary for Technology, Space and Defense Industry. Ministry for National Economy

As the Deputy Secretary of State for Technology, Space Industry, and Defense Industry at the Ministry of National Economy, I work to significantly enhance the technological maturity and competitiveness of Hungarian small and medium-sized enterprises as well as the industrial sector. We develop strategies and programs that support innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable industrial development. Our focus is especially on advancing artificial intelligence, the defense industry, and the space sector to ensure Hungary holds a leading position in these key areas.Regarding international organisations, I am the Hungarian head of delegation at the European Space Agency (ESA); delegate at the EU Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA); member of the European Artificial Intelligence Board (AI Board) and Governmental Advisory Committee member at the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN).