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El Salvador's Congress Amends Constitution to Permit Indefinite Presidential Re-election

This constitutional change allows for unlimited presidential re-election and extends the term length,
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  • Impact Level
    Medium
  • Scope Level
    National
  • Last Update
    2025-09-09
Key Impacts
Negative Impacts (2)
El Salvador USD-denominated Sovereign Bonds
Emerging-Market Sovereign Debt ETFs (e.g., EMB, EMLC)
Total impacts: 4 | Positive: 0 | Negative: 2
Event Overview

This constitutional change allows for unlimited presidential re-election and extends the term length, significantly altering the political landscape. It raises questions about democratic principles and the balance of power within the country.

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El Salvador's Congress Amends Constitution to Allow Indefinite Presidential Re-election
2025-06-25 14:05

The Salvadoran Congress has amended the Constitution to allow for indefinite presidential re-election and extended presidential terms to six years. This change paves the way for President Nayib Bukele to run for re-election without term limits.

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