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Parliament has the power to approve key government appointments
Key government appointments include, for example, ambassadors or the head of the central bank.
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Aggregated data as of today
| Parliament has the power to approve key government appointments | Number of countries |
|---|---|
| No | 94 |
| Yes | 76 |
Excluding 3 parliaments where all chambers are suspended