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President of Guyana
Head of state and head of government of Guyana / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The president of Guyana is the head of state and the head of government of Guyana, as well as the commander-in-chief of the armed forces of the Republic, according to the Constitution of Guyana. The president is also the chancellor of the Orders of Guyana.[1] Concurrent with their constitutional role as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, the president does not appoint a separate Minister of Defence. That portfolio is held by the president who fulfils all responsibilities designated to a minister of defence under the Defence Act.[2]
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Quick Facts President of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, Style ...
President of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana | |
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Style | His Excellency |
Status | Head of state Head of government |
Residence | State House, Georgetown |
Seat | Georgetown |
Term length | Five years, renewable once |
Constituting instrument | Constitution of Guyana |
Precursor | Queen of Guyana |
Inaugural holder | Arthur Chung |
Formation | 17 March 1970 |
Succession | Prime Minister of Guyana (as First Vice President) |
Deputy | Vice Presidents of Guyana |
Website | https://motp.gov.gy/ |
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