4.1.6. One Party System

♤ The Communist Party enjoys almost dictatorial powers within the constitutional framework and has been regarded as the sole source of political authority for all practical purposes.

♤ Party organization runs parallel to that of the governmental institutions. Party elite hold all top-notch positions in the government.

♤ In practice, no other political party enjoys real freedom to act.

o Certain youth organizations, loyal to the party and working groups affiliated with the Party, enjoy the right to participate in decision-making.