President Donald Trump praised Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán during a phone call made public at a political rally in Budapest, calling him a “fantastic man” and highlighting their strong relationship.

Vice President JD Vance facilitated the call from the stage while in Hungary to support Orbán ahead of an upcoming election.

The event came as Orbán faces a challenging reelection, with polls showing his party trailing the opposition.

Trump used the opportunity to commend Orbán’s strict immigration policies, contrasting them with other European countries, CNBC has reported.

Vance also encouraged attendees to vote in support of Orbán, while emphasizing that the choice was ultimately theirs.