Unitary Parliamentary Republic
Poland is governed as a unitary state through a parliamentary system, with a directly elected president holding notable but limited powers.
16 Voivodeships
The country consists of 16 voivodeships, or provinces, each administered by a regional governor and assembly.
Bicameral National Assembly
Poland’s legislature consists of the Sejm, the primary lawmaking chamber, and the Senate, which reviews and can delay legislation.
Two-Round Presidential Elections
Poland’s legislature consists of the Sejm, the primary lawmaking chamber, and the Senate, which reviews and can delay legislation.