Unitary Presidential Republic
Mauritania is governed as a unitary state under a presidential system, with significant executive authority concentrated in the presidency.
15 Regions
The country consists of 15 regions, each administered by an appointed governor.
Bicameral Parliament
Mauritania’s Parliament consists of the National Assembly and, since a recent reform, a reconstituted regional council structure.
Two-Round Presidential Elections
Mauritania’s Parliament consists of the National Assembly and, since a recent reform, a reconstituted regional council structure.