According to Satversme (The Constitution), Latvia is a parliamentary republic in which the sovereign power belongs to the people, who are represented by a unicameral parliament (Saeima), with 100 members elected in general, equal, direct, secret and proportional elections for a four-year period.

The Saeima, and also the people, have the right to legislate, in accordance with the procedures, and to the extent, provided for by the Constitution. The Saeima elects President for a term of four years. The same person must not hold office as President for more than eight consecutive years. The President signs laws, chooses the Prime Minister (who heads the government) and performs representative functions (Source: Saeima).

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Further information

Saeima - The Latvian Parliament
http://www.saeima.lv

Saeima - Wikipedia
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parliament_of_Latvia

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