Switzerland - Federal Republic (confederation), consisting of 23 cantons, each of which has its own constitution, parliament and government. The rights of the cantons limited federal constitution. Head of state - the president elected by Parliament for a year, alternating between the number of federal advisers. Legislature - bicameral Federal Assembly (National Council and the Council of States). Executive power is exercised by the Federal Council (government) from 7 federal advisers (ministers) who are elected for 4 years.
