Unitary Presidential Republic
Ecuador is governed as a unitary state under a presidential system, with a single non-consecutive term limit for the presidency.
24 Provinces
The country consists of 24 provinces, including the Galápagos Islands, which hold special administrative status.
Unicameral National Assembly
Ecuador’s legislature, the National Assembly, is the country’s single lawmaking chamber.
Two-Round Presidential Elections
Ecuador’s legislature, the National Assembly, is the country’s single lawmaking chamber.