Politics & Government Guide in Luxembourg

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

Luxembourg is a stable parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy led by Grand Duke Guillaume V as head of state. The center-right coalition government of CSV and DP, under Prime Minister Luc Frieden since November 2023, governs following the 2023 elections. The unicameral Chamber of Deputies with 60 seats ensures multiparty representation.

Government Type

Parliamentary democracy within the framework of a constitutional monarchy

Legal System

Civil law system

Head of State

Grand Duke Guillaume V(since 2025)

Head of Government

Prime Minister Luc Frieden(Christian Social People's Party)since 2023

Legislature

Type:unicameral

Lower House:Chamber of Deputies (60 seats)

Major Political Parties

Christian Social People's Party(CSV)

Center-right

28 seats

Democratic Party(DP)

Center-right

15 seats

Voting Rights

EU citizens can vote in local and European elections. Full voting rights after citizenship.

Recent Developments

Luc Frieden (CSV) became Prime Minister on November 17, 2023, following October 2023 elections
Formation of center-right coalition government between CSV and DP
Grand Duke Guillaume V acceded to the throne on October 3, 2025

Voting Age18

SuffrageUniversal

Constitution1868

Cantons12