El Salvador Sets February 2027 Election as Bukele Seeks Third Term
Constitutional changes removing term limits pave the way for President Nayib Bukele's re-election bid.
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El Salvador will hold its next presidential election on February 28, 2027, the country's electoral tribunal announced Wednesday, opening the way for President Nayib Bukele to seek a third term in office.
Bukele's ability to run again follows constitutional changes that removed presidential term limits, which had previously restricted leaders to a single term.
The president has drawn praise from supporters for a sharp reduction in gang violence during his tenure, a central pillar of his domestic popularity.
At the same time, the constitutional changes enabling his continued candidacy have drawn criticism from opposition figures and human rights advocates, who have raised concerns over the concentration of power.
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- El Salvador sets 2027 presidential election as Nayib Bukele seeks third term — France 24 — English
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