The Bulgarian government operates as a parliamentary republic, where the Prime Minister is the head of government. The government is composed of the Council of Ministers, which is responsible for executing laws and managing public administration. The National Assembly serves as the legislative body, consisting of 240 members elected for four-year terms. The President of Bulgaria acts as the head of state, with a primarily ceremonial role, while also having some powers, such as appointing the Prime Minister. The government is based in Sofia, the capital city, and functions under a multi-party system, allowing various political parties to participate in the democratic process.