Politics of Papua New Guinea
The politics of Papua New Guinea takes place in a framework of a parliamentary representative democratic multi-party system, whereby the prime minister is the head of government. Papua New Guinea is an independent Commonwealth realm, with the monarch serving as head of state and a governor-general, nominated by the National Parliament, serving as their representative. Executive power is exercised by the government. Legislative power is vested in both the government and parliament.
The Head of State and King of Papua New Guinea: Charles III since 9 September 2022
The Governor-General of Papua New Guinea: Bob Dadae since 28 February 2017
The Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea: James Marape since 30 May 2019
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National Parliament of Papua New Guinea
The National Parliament of Papua New Guinea is the unicameral national legislature in Papua New Guinea. It was created in 1964 as the House of Assembly of Papua and New Guinea but gained its current name after the nation was granted independence in 1975.
National Parliament of Papua New Guinea