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Pradeep Kumar

06/04/21 16:43 PM IST

Putin signs law that could keep him in office till 2036

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Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law allowing him to potentially hold onto power until 2036, a move that formalises constitutional changes endorsed in a vote last year.

Highlights
  • He has argued that resetting the term count was necessary to keep his lieutenants focused on their work instead of “darting their eyes in search for successors.”
  • The constitutional amendments also emphasised the primacy of Russian law over international norms.
  • Nearly 78% of voters approved the constitutional amendments.
  • Russian lawmakers have methodically modified the national legislation, approving the relevant laws.
  • The opposition criticised the constitutional vote, arguing that it was tarnished by widespread reports of pressure on voters and other irregularities.
Source: PIB

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