The evolution of the form of government in Ukraine: From semito super-presidential republic
Abstract
The paper is dedicated to examination of establishment and development of form of government in independent Ukraine. At first, reasons behind adoption of semi-presidentialism are analyzed. Then, key periods of its evolution characterized by different constellation of power among main political institutions and impact of form of government on democratic consolidation are distinguished. Finally, an attempt to discern relative influence of institutions and actors on dynamics of Ukraine’s political system is made.
About the Author
A. V. Sidorchuk
Национальный университет «Киево-Могилянская академия»
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
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