The Hungarian government sets a price ceiling on eggs and potatoes. Vendors in Hungary will be ordered to sell eggs and potatoes at prices no higher than they were at the end of September, Hungarian Prime Minister Gergely Gulyas's chief of staff said, AP reports.

Earlier, price restrictions were imposed on other products, including granulated sugar, wheat flour, sunflower oil, pig's feet, milk and some chicken products.

Gasoline and diesel prices were also capped at 480 forints ($1.20) per liter beginning in November 2021 for drivers whose cars are registered in Hungary.

The price limits will remain in effect until Dec. 31, after which they can be extended.

Hungary is facing rising inflation and a weaker currency, caused in part by a debate with the European Union, which has threatened to withhold billions in pandemic recovery funds and other resources because of disagreements over the rule of law and democracy.

Inflation in Hungary reached 20.1 percent in October, the highest level in 20 years and well above the EU average of 10.7 percent.

Gulyas said the government expects Hungary's annual inflation to be at least 13.5 percent, but price controls on eggs and potatoes could help reduce it by 1.2 percent.