Belarus ponders law change which would see Lukashenko stay in power until 2035

The amendments bring back limits on presidential terms that had been abolished during Lukashenko’s tenure, allowing a president only two five-year terms in office

Belarusian president Alexander Lukashenko could remain in power until 2035 (Andrei Stasevich/BelTA Pool Photo via AP)

Belarus’ authorities on Monday released a draft document proposing amendments to the country’s constitution that may allow authoritarian president Alexander Lukashenko to remain in office until 2035.

The proposed amendments are published on the president’s official website and the website of the state news agency Belta, and Belarusians are encouraged to submit their comments, suggestions and opinions about the changes.