quasipresidential

Quasipresidential refers to a system of government where the executive branch is headed by a president, but the president's powers are significantly limited or constrained by other branches of government, such as a parliament or a bicameral legislature. This system is often found in countries with a semi-presidential or parliamentary system, where the president's role is largely ceremonial or advisory, and the prime minister or another elected official holds the real executive power.

In a quasipresidential system, the president is typically elected by the people, but their term is often shorter than in a presidential system, and they may be limited in their ability to appoint or dismiss the prime minister or other key ministers. The president's powers may also be subject to oversight by the legislature or other branches of government, ensuring a balance of power and preventing the concentration of too much authority in one individual.

The quasipresidential system is designed to combine elements of both presidential and parliamentary systems, aiming to provide a balance between the stability and accountability of a parliamentary system and the strong executive leadership of a presidential system. Examples of countries with a quasipresidential system include France, Germany, and Italy.