El Salvador has passed a constitutional reform that removes all presidential term limits, allowing presidents to remain in office indefinitely.
The reform, approved by the country’s legislature, permits sitting and future presidents to seek re-election as many times as they wish.
It is a sharp departure from the previous single-term restriction.
Lawmakers also voted to extend the length of each presidential term from five to six years.
Supporters of the move argue it will bring continuity and long-term vision to national leadership.
However, critics have warned that it opens the door to authoritarianism by weakening democratic safeguards and consolidating power in the executive.
