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Government of Singapore

The Government of Singapore is a unitary parliamentary republic with a Westminster system of unicameral parliamentary government. Governed by the constitution of the Republic of Singapore, the power to govern is vested in the elected president and legislature. The president acts as the head of state and appoints the prime minister, who is the head of government. The executive branch, also known as the Cabinet, is led by the prime minister and his office. The legislative power is vested in the highly disciplined Parliament of Singapore, providing great political stability and clear leadership. This government structure has been instrumental in Singapore’s rise as a global city and leading economic powerhouse.