Political System
Under the Constitution, all power belongs to the people. Federal Parliament legislates, the President and Council of State exercise executive power, and the Supreme and Constitutional Courts exercise judicial power. They balance each other and uphold constitutional order.
Legislative Power
The Federal Chamber and People's Chamber enact laws, approve budgets and oversee government.
Executive Power
The President is head of state. The Prime Minister leads the Council of State and nineteen ministries in implementing laws and policy.
Judicial Power
The Supreme and Constitutional Courts independently administer justice and constitutional review without interference.
Executive Institutions
Presidency Presidency of the Republic
The head of state and supporting office. The President is directly elected for five years, with one reelection permitted, represents the country abroad, safeguards the Constitution and appoints senior officials.
Council of State (Cabinet) Council of Ministers
Chaired by the Prime Minister and collectively accountable. Formed with parliamentary authorization, the Cabinet directs domestic and foreign affairs and coordinates ministries.
Government Departments (Nineteen Ministries)
The following lettered departments oversee the main areas of national economic and social life.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Foreign relations, overseas missions, international cooperation and treaties.
Ministry of Defense
Armed forces, territorial defense and military diplomacy.
Ministry of the Interior
Public order, immigration, emergency relief and coordination with local government.
Ministry of Justice
Criminal proceedings, prisons, judicial administration and government legal advice.
Ministry of Finance
National budget, taxation, public debt and financial administration.
Ministry of Economy & Industry
Industrial policy, manufacturing, enterprise development and foreign trade.
Ministry of Education & Science
Schools, higher education, research and technological innovation.
Ministry of Health & Social Affairs
Public health, healthcare, social welfare and elder care.
Ministry of Transport & Infrastructure
Railways, roads, aviation, ports and public works.
Ministry of Agriculture & Rural Development
Agriculture, livestock, fisheries and rural development.
Ministry of Environment & Energy
Environmental protection, climate, green energy and resource management.
Ministry of Culture & Tourism
Cultural heritage, arts, film, publishing and tourism promotion.
Ministry of Labor & Employment
Labor standards, employment, vocational training and industrial relations.
Ministry of Digital Affairs & Communications
Digital government, information infrastructure, data governance and cybersecurity.
Ministry of Sport & Youth
Public and competitive sport and youth development.
Ministry of Housing & Urban Planning
Housing, urban renewal and land-use planning.
Ministry of Civil Affairs
Civil registration, associations, community development and charitable work.
Ministry of Climate & Energy Transition
Carbon neutrality, international climate cooperation and green industrial transition.
Public Services & Digital Government Agency
Integrates online services and one-stop government access to improve efficiency.
Legislative Institutions
Federal Parliament is the bicameral national legislature, based on Parliament Hill in Valzburg.
Federal Chamber Federal Council
Sixty seats represent federal divisions, allocated by population. The chamber considers provincial interests, regional cooperation and federal treaties.
People's Chamber People's Chamber
320 elected seats exercise primary legislative power and may question or impeach Cabinet members.
Judicial Institutions
Supreme Court Supreme Court
The highest court ensures consistent application of law and hears major criminal, civil and election cases.
Constitutional Court Constitutional Court
Independently reviews laws and treaties for constitutionality and safeguards constitutional order.
Independent Institutions
These statutory institutions operate independently to provide oversight and protect fundamental rights.
National Election Commission
Organizes elections and referendums to ensure fairness, integrity and transparency.
Anti-Corruption Agency
Investigates public corruption and conflicts of interest and receives identified reports.
Central Bank of Soldavia
Independently conducts monetary policy and protects the stability of the krona and financial system.
National Ombudsman
Receives complaints about administrative bodies and oversees public power.
National Audit Office
Independently audits public funds and state enterprises and reports to Parliament.
Human Rights Commission
Protects freedom of expression, assembly and information and advises government.