Politics & Government Guide in Antigua And Barbuda

Political system, governance structure, stability indicators, and democratic institutions

Antigua and Barbuda remains a stable constitutional monarchy under King Charles III, represented by the Governor-General. Prime Minister Gaston Browne's Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party secured a strong majority of 15 seats in the 30 April 2026 snap elections, marking his fourth term. The bicameral Parliament continues to dominate the political landscape amid economic recovery efforts.

Government Type

Constitutional Monarchy

Legal System

Common law based on English model

Head of State

King Charles III(since 2022)

Head of Government

Prime Minister Gaston Browne(Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party)since 2014

Legislature

Type:bicameral

Upper House:Senate (17 seats)

Lower House:House of Representatives (17 seats)

Major Political Parties

Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party(ABLP)

Centre-left

15 seats

United Progressive Party(UPP)

Centre-right

1 seats

Barbuda People's Movement(BPM)

Regionalist

1 seats

Voting Rights

Citizens aged 18 and over have the right to vote in all elections

Recent Developments

Snap general elections held on 30 April 2026, with ABLP winning 15 seats
Prime Minister Gaston Browne secured a fourth term following the election victory
Cabinet approved measures in February 2026 to ease cost of living and launch national clean-up campaign
IMF concluded Article IV consultation on 4 May 2026

Voting Age18

SuffrageUniversal

Constitution1981

Parishes6