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7 unusual facts about Elections and political parties in Tuvalu


Elections and political parties in Tuvalu

Following independence in October 1978 the House of the Assembly was renamed the Parliament of Tuvalu or Palamene o Tuvalu.

After the death of Prime Minister Ionatana on 8 December 2000, Lagitupu Tuilimu was acting prime minister from 8 December 2000 to 24 February 2001.

The Ministers that form the Cabinet are appointed by the Governor-General on the advice of the Prime Minister.

Following independence in October 1978 the House of the Assembly was renamed the Parliament of Tuvalu (Palamene o Tuvalu).

The Parliament of Tuvalu (Palamene o Tuvalu) has 15 members, elected for a four year term in 7 double- and 1 single-seat constituencies.

Six members of the former parliament lost their seats including Prime Minister Koloa Talake and the Speaker, Tomu Sione.

Faimalaga Luka became the prime minister on 24 February 2001 until he was replaced by Koloa Talake after a vote of no confidence on 14 December 2001.



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