Politics & Government Guide
Political system, governance structure, stability indicators, and democratic institutions in Curacao
Curaçao operates as a parliamentary democracy within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, with the King as ceremonial head of state and a Prime Minister as head of government. The unicameral Estates of Curaçao comprises 21 members elected every four years, typically requiring coalition governments due to the multi-party system.
Government Type
Parliamentary Democracy with Constitutional Monarchy
Legal System
Civil law system based on Dutch law
Head of State
King Willem-Alexander(since 2013)
Head of Government
Prime Minister Fergino Brownbill(MFK)since 2025
Legislature
Major Political Parties
Voting Rights
Citizens aged 18 and above have universal voting rights. Elections are held every four years using proportional representation.
Recent Developments
- Fergino Brownbill (MFK) became Prime Minister on May 11, 2025
- Parliament approved the National Ordinance on the Revision and Repair of Tax Regulations 2024 on May 14, 2024
- Coalition governments remain necessary as no single party commands an outright majority in the 21-seat parliament
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