Questions people ask

Is Ukraine a monarchy or a republic?

Ukraine is a republic (semi-presidential republic (premier-presidential)).

Who really rules Ukraine?

The president holds the real executive power. Head of state: President. Head of government: Prime Minister.

How is the head of state of Ukraine chosen?

Direct popular vote.

Does Ukraine have a king?

No. Ukraine has no monarch.

Is Ukraine a federation?

No. It is a unitary state, but some regions govern themselves.

How many chambers does the parliament of Ukraine have?

One chamber: Verkhovna Rada (450 seats).

Parliament: Verkhovna Rada

Ukraine's legislature has one chamber, 450 seats in all. Each dot is one seat; party seat counts are on IPU Parline.