Overview
In the event of the death, resignation or removal of the president, the Vice President ascends to the presidency, which he or she holds for the remainder of their predecessor's term. The Vice President nevertheless cannot succeed to the President in case of dismissal, resignation or death of the Head of state but he can be nominated by the parliament to succeed to the President and eventually, his term will start for a full mandate of 5 years.
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