FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has proposed removing term limits for the head of motorsport's governing body, which would allow him to serve beyond the current 12-year cap. Ben Sulayem, who was re-elected unopposed in December due to specific election rules, aims to extend his presidency amid discussions at next month's FIA General Assembly.

Currently, the rules stipulate a four-year term with the possibility of re-election twice, allowing a maximum of three terms. The proposed changes will be subject to a vote by members, and an FIA spokesperson indicated that the intention is to create a consistent tenure approach across all FIA bodies, akin to the structure for the world councils and senate.

Key points regarding the proposal include:

• The current three-term limit was established by Jean Todt, Ben Sulayem's predecessor.
• Other FIA roles, such as the president of the anti-doping committee and the head of the F1 cost-cap committee, also have term limits.
• The decision to remove term limits for all posts has raised questions about governance practices, with critics emphasizing the importance of leadership renewal.

Tim Mayer, who was prevented from running against Ben Sulayem due to election rules, criticized the proposal, stating that term limits are essential for good governance and accountability. He cited Thomas Bach, the president of the International Olympic Committee, who opted against extending his term, asserting that leadership changes are vital for organizational health.

The proposal's fate will be determined in the upcoming assembly, where it is anticipated to gain support from members.