Slovakia is a parliamentary republic. In terms of political and civil liberties, Slovakia is 1st. Citizens in Slovakia experience total freedom. The majority of countries where citizens enjoy wide civil liberties and political liberties are representative democracies, where officials are directly elected by the citizens to advocate for their needs and wants. Free countries are often empowered by healthy economies and well-functioning governments. Prime Minister is Andrei Kiska.

According to the World Bank Group, Slovakia's Government Effectiveness Index is 0.87. This shows that the government of Slovakia is effective. Citizens enjoy well-organized public and public services, and government efficiency is high. While some services may be lacking in certain areas, the overall environment encouraged by government legislation is favourable. In Slovakia, legislative power rests with a National Council. The Global Peace Index (GPI) for Slovakia is 1.478. The index of the strength of legal rights for Slovakia is 7. Overall, it is considered quite adequate - bankruptcy and collateral laws are able to protect the rights of borrowers and lenders at least decently; Credit reports are usually sufficient and generally available. Slovakia is a member of the United Nations (UN). On January 19, 1993, it became a full member of the United Nations. Slovakia is a member of the European Union (EU). On January 19, 1993, it joined the EU as a full member. Slovakia is a member of the World Bank.