Politics of The Federated States of Micronesia - Executive Branch

Executive Branch

Main office holders
Office Name Party Since
President Manny Mori May 11, 2007
Vice-President Alik L. Alik May 11, 2007

The president and the vice president are elected by Congress from among the four senators-at-large for four-year terms. The president is both the chief of state and head of government. Their congressional seats are then filled by special elections. The president and vice president are supported by an appointed cabinet.

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