Executive Branch
| Office | Name | Party | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| President | Daniel Ortega | FSLN | 10 January 2012 |
| Vice President | Moisés Omar Halleslevens Acevedo | 10 January 2012 |
The president and the vice-president are elected for a single non-renewable five-year term. The president appoints the Council of Ministers.
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