The Hungarian parliament passed a law limiting prime ministers to eight years in office, ruling out a return for Viktor Orban. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Reuters.
Under the law, a prime minister cannot serve more than two consecutive terms, each lasting four years. This decision marks a significant change in Hungary's political landscape, as Viktor Orban has been prime minister continuously since 2010.
The parliamentary move could affect Orban's political future, as he might have sought to return to power after losing the 2026 election. The new law prevents him from becoming prime minister again.
The adoption of the law is seen as an effort to strengthen political stability in Hungary. However, critics view it as an attempt to limit Orban's political influence.