Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok has agreed to step down after signing a constitutional amendment passed by the ruling Tisza party that cites a 'serious loss of confidence' in him and ends his term immediately.
Key facts
- Tamás Sulyok, seen as an Orbán loyalist, agreed to stand down.
- He signed a constitutional amendment ending his term immediately.
- The amendment was passed by the ruling Tisza party of PM Péter Magyar.
- It cited society's 'serious loss of confidence' in him.
- Sulyok was elected in early 2024 by lawmakers from Viktor Orbán's Fidesz party.
Hungary’s President Tamás Sulyok has agreed to step down after signing a constitutional amendment that ends his term immediately, according to the Guardian. The amendment was passed by the ruling Tisza party of Prime Minister Péter Magyar.
The BBC reported that Sulyok, who is seen as a loyalist of former prime minister Viktor Orbán, had until Saturday night to agree to end his term.
The constitutional amendment cited society’s ‘serious loss of confidence’ in Sulyok as its justification for ending his tenure, the Guardian reported.
Sulyok was elected in early 2024 by lawmakers from Orbán’s nationalist Fidesz party, according to the Guardian. His agreement to step down follows parliament’s backing for his removal.
The move marks a significant political development in Hungary, coming after a law change enacted by the current ruling party led by Péter Magyar.
Why it matters
The departure of a president tied to Viktor Orbán's Fidesz party signals a shift in Hungary's political landscape under the current ruling Tisza party. How the presidency is filled next could shape the balance of power in the country.
Frequently asked questions
Why is Hungary's president stepping down?
Tamás Sulyok agreed to step down after signing a constitutional amendment passed by the ruling Tisza party that cited society's 'serious loss of confidence' in him and ended his term immediately, according to the Guardian.
Who is Tamás Sulyok?
Sulyok is Hungary's president, seen as a loyalist of former prime minister Viktor Orbán. He was elected in early 2024 by lawmakers from Orbán's nationalist Fidesz party, according to the sources.
Which party pushed for his removal?
The constitutional amendment was passed by the ruling Tisza party of Prime Minister Péter Magyar, according to the Guardian.