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The '''Office of the President of Hverland''' is the highest constitutional and ceremonial post in the Republic of Hverland. Established by the Hverlandic Constitution, the President serves as the head of state and represents the unity and continuity of the nation. The President is vested with certain executive powers but primarily serves as a symbolic figure embodying the values and principles that underpin Hverlandic society.
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== Constitutional role ==
According to the Hverlandic Constitution, the President has the responsibility to uphold the constitution and safeguard the rule of law. While not involved in the day-to-day governance, which is the purview of the [[Superintendent of State (Hverland)|superintendent of state]] and the [[Government of Hverland|National Office]], the President possesses certain powers, such as the ability to veto legislation, which can be overridden only by a supermajority in the [[Fjallting]], Hverland's parliament. The President is also involved in the appointment of justices to the [[Supreme Court of Hverland| Supreme Court]], generally acting on recommendations from the [[Judicial Appointments Board (Hverland)| Judicial Appointments Board]].
 
== Election ==
The President of Hverland is elected through a direct popular vote for a term of six years, with the possibility of being re-elected for one additional term. The election is regulated by the Electoral Commission and is subject to stringent oversight to ensure its fairness and transparency. Any citizen of Hverland over the age of 35 is eligible to run for office, provided they meet certain criteria, such as the gathering of a requisite number of signatures from registered voters.
 
== Current holder ==
As of 2023, the current President is Þorvaldur Jónsson, who assumed office on January 1, 2021. Þorvaldur, a constitutional lawyer and former member of the Fjallting for the {{HV-LI}}, was elected with a strong mandate.
 
== Duties and responsibilities ==
Beyond their constitutional powers, the President has ceremonial duties, including representing Hverland at official international events, receiving foreign dignitaries, and delivering the annual State of the Nation address. The President also plays a role in the country's defense, serving as the Commander of the Hverlandic Coast Guard, although this role is largely ceremonial.
 
The President is also seen as the moral authority of the nation and engages in various social and charitable activities to promote social cohesion, justice, and equality.
 
== Checks and balances ==
The Office of the President is not without checks and balances. The President can be impeached by the Fjallting for treason, gross misconduct, or violation of the Constitution. The impeachment process is initiated by a two-thirds majority in the Fjallting and culminates in a trial by the Supreme Court.
 
== Influence on legal system ==
Given Hverland's highly codified and judicially independent legal system, the President plays a critical role in upholding the rule of law. By appointing justices to the Supreme Court, usually on the recommendation of the independent Judicial Appointments Board, the President indirectly influences the interpretation and application of law in the country.
 
== See also ==
* [[Politics of Hverland]]
* [[Superintendent of State (Hverland)]]
* [[Constitution of Hverland]]
 
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