Unitary Presidential Republic
The Marshall Islands is governed as a unitary state, with the president elected by the legislature from among its own members, a system blending presidential and parliamentary features.
24 Municipalities
The country consists of 24 municipalities spread across its atolls and islands.
Unicameral Nitijela
The Marshall Islands’ legislature, the Nitijela, is the country’s single lawmaking chamber.
Parliamentary-Style Presidential Selection
The Marshall Islands’ legislature, the Nitijela, is the country’s single lawmaking chamber.