constitutional amendment

Hungary's parliament has enacted a constitutional amendment establishing an eight-year term limit for prime ministers. This change effectively prevents former Prime Minister Viktor Orban from returning to the role, as he previously served for 16 years. The amendment was passed by the new government led by Prime Minister Peter Magyar, who gained a significant majority in parliament following an April election. Magyar's administration is also pursuing a constitutional amendment to remove President Tamas Sulyok, whom they have labeled as a "puppet" of Orban. These actions are part of Magyar's broader agenda to reshape the country's political landscape and remove officials appointed during Orban's tenure. The constitutional amendments are newsworthy as they represent significant shifts in Hungary's governance and demonstrate the new government's power to enact substantial legal and political changes.