President of Zinland
| President of Zinland | |
|---|---|
| Office of the President | |
| Style | Mr President His Excellency |
| Type | Head of State Head of Government |
| Abbreviation | PoZ |
| Member of | Council of Ministers |
| Residence | Presidential Palace |
| Seat | Eleydon |
| Nominator | Parliament |
| Appointer | Direct Election |
| Term length | Five Years |
| Constituting instrument | Constitution of Zinland |
| Inaugural holder | Derek Adams |
| Formation | 14 April 2023 |
| Unofficial names | President of the Republic |
| Deputy | Vice President |
The President of Zinland, sometimes the President of the Republic, is the executive head of state and head of government of the Republic of Zinland. The president leads the executive branch of government and is the highest Zinnish office. The office was created on 14 April 2023 and its role is outlined in the constitution.
History
The presidency is the oldest office in Zinland. It was established on 14 April 2023 with near absolute powers until the ratification of the constitution. Derek Adams took the presidency after it was established.
Role
The constitution outlines some roles and duties for the presidency including:
- Proposing Government Legislation
- Passing or Vetoing Bills Passed by Parliament
- Appointing Government Ministers
- Calling or Dissolving Parliament
- Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces
- Declaring War and Making Peace
- Declaring States of Siege and Emergency
Appointment
The president of Zinland is appointed by direct election usually on a joint ticket with the vice president. The president serves for a term of five years which is indefinitely renewable.
By convention, parties in parliament submit their presidential candidate to parliament who submits a list of all candidates to the electoral commission prior to the election.
List of Presidents
| Order | Incumbent | Term | Vice President | Party |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Derek Adams | 14 April 2023 – Present | Vacant | National Union |