Ecuador stands as a democratic republic, weaving its governance through three distinct branches: the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial. At the helm of the nation, the President embodies both the spirit of the head of state and the head of government, guiding the executive branch with vision and authority. Elected through the will of the people for a four-year tenure, the President has the opportunity for re-election, ensuring continuity or change as decided by Ecuadorian hearts. Alongside, the Vice President joins the journey, elected in tandem to share the responsibilities and challenges. The appointment of the Council of Ministers by the President ensures that the laws the National Assembly envisions are brought into reality, steering the country’s administration on its course.

The National Assembly, Ecuador’s legislative backbone, stands as a unicameral chamber of 137 members, each chosen to voice the diverse perspectives of Ecuador for four years. Their mandate stretches from sculpting laws to shaping fiscal landscapes, alongside making pivotal decisions that touch both domestic horizons and foreign relations. This body holds the reins to scrutinize the workings of government branches, wielding the power to initiate impeachment proceedings against the President and other officials when the scales of governance tip.

The judiciary, with its roots of independence from the executive and legislative branches, finds its pinnacle in the National Court of Justice. This court, with its 21 judges appointed by the Judicial Council for nine-year intervals, anchors the justice system. This hierarchy extends down to provincial courts, cantonal courts, and judges who serve the rural and urban echelons. The Constitutional Court, guardian of the Constitution, stands as the arbiter of legal constitutionality, ensuring every law aligns with the nation’s supreme charter. In Ecuador, the tapestry of law is woven from the threads of civil law, guided by the Constitution and the statutes that spring from it, ensuring justice is both seen and served.