Olivér Várhelyi (born 22 March 1972 in Szeged, Hungary) is a Hungarian lawyer and diplomat serving as the European Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare since December 2024. He holds a law degree from the University of Szeged and a Master in European Legal Studies from Aalborg University. Várhelyi began his career in Hungarian public administration and later worked in Brussels on EU legal and diplomatic affairs. From 2019 to 2024, he was European Commissioner for Neighbourhood and Enlargement. Known for his experience in European law and policy, he has played a significant role in shaping EU external relations
