Paraguay elects on the national level a head of state — the president — and a legislature.
The president of Paraguay is elected for a five-year term by the people.
The National Congress (Congreso Nacional) has two chambers.
The Chamber of Deputies (Cámara de Diputados) has 80 members, elected for a five-year term by proportional representation.
The Chamber of Senators (Cámara de Senadores) has 45 members, elected for a five-year term by proportional representation.