Unitary Presidential Republic
Turkmenistan is governed as a unitary state under a presidential system, with significant executive authority concentrated in the presidency.
5 Regions + Capital
The country consists of five regions plus the capital, Ashgabat, which holds special administrative status.
Bicameral Legislature
Turkmenistan’s legislature consists of the Assembly (Mejlis) and the People’s Council.
Direct Presidential Elections
Turkmenistan’s legislature consists of the Assembly (Mejlis) and the People’s Council.