National Assembly (Ecuador)
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The National Assembly (Spanish: Asamblea Nacional) is the unicameral legislature of Ecuador. It replaced the National Congress in 2009 following reforms under the 2008 Constitution.[1] Within Ecuador, the National Assembly has the power to pass laws, while appointment of judges to the National Court of Justice is done by a separate Judicial Council.[2]
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National Assembly Asamblea Nacional | |
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4th National Assembly | |
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Founded | 2009; 15 years ago (2009) |
Preceded by | National Congress |
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Seats | 137[lower-alpha 1] |
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Last election | 20 August 2023 |
Next election | 2025 |
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National Assembly Building Avenida 6 de Diciembre y Piedrahita Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador | |
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In 2023, businessman and politician Henry Kronfle representing the Social Christian Party,[3] was elected President with 128 votes from the legislature's 137 members, while the rest abstained.[4]