Politics & Government Guide
Political system, governance structure, stability indicators, and democratic institutions in Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Government Type
Non-self-governing overseas territory of Australia[1][2]
Legal System
Common law based on the Australian model[1]
Head of State
King Charles III(since 2022)
Head of Government
Administrator Farzian Zainalsince 2023
Legislature
Type:unicameral
Lower House:Cocos (Keeling) Islands Shire Council (7 seats)
Voting Rights
18 years of age; applies Australian citizenship criteria[1]
Voting Age18
SuffrageUniversal[1]
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