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In Zambia, the form of government is a presidential republic. In Zambia, legislative power rests with a national assembly. Prime Minister is Edgar Lungu. A country's governmental structure determines the way laws are written, passed and interpreted. The type of government determines the way elections are held as well as the country's system of policing its citizens. The term of office of the head of state in Zambia runs until 1 January 2020. The length of a head of state's term of office has a direct impact on the power and influence of the leadership position. A longer term gives the head of state more authority. The term of office of the head of state in Zambia lasts until January 1st, 2020. The length of a head of state's tenure has a direct bearing on the power and influence of the leadership position. A longer term gives the head of state more authority. The Global Peace Index (GPI) for Zambia is 1.846. Due to the strong presence of the law enforcement authorities and the high level of social responsibility, Zambia is very safe in international comparison. The Strength of the Legal Rights Index for Zambia is 7. Overall, it is considered to be fairly adequate – bankruptcy and collateral laws are able to protect the rights of borrowers and lenders at least to some extent; Credit information is largely sufficient and generally available. In 2013, Zambia received US$957.7 million in foreign aid. In 2014, foreign aid was $1035. |
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