Hungarian MPs approve PM limits to block potential return of Orban
Summary
Hungarian lawmakers passed a constitutional change limiting the prime minister to eight years in office. This rule blocks Viktor Orban, the previous prime minister who ruled for 16 years, from returning to power. The move is part of efforts by the new government to reform Hungary’s politics and improve relations with the European Union.Key Facts
- The amendment to limit prime minister terms to eight years was passed by 150 MPs, with 50 against and 6 abstaining.
- The law prevents Viktor Orban from running as prime minister again.
- The change was introduced by Prime Minister Peter Magyar’s party, Tisza, which won elections in April.
- Magyar aims to adopt the euro currency and improve ties with the EU.
- Hungary lifted its veto on Ukraine joining the EU accession process.
- The vote also targets the closure of the Sovereignty Protection Office, which monitored critics of Orban.
- The office was criticized for investigating journalists and NGOs and was included in human rights reform demands.
- Viktor Orban remains leader of the Fidesz party despite losing the election and reacted to the law on social media.
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