The
President of East Timor – officially the
President of the Democratic Republic of East Timor (, ) – is the
head of state in
East Timor, elected by popular vote for a five-year term. His executive powers are somewhat limited, though he is able to veto legislation. Following elections, the president appoints as the prime minister, the leader of the majority party or majority
coalition. As
head of government the prime minister presides over the
cabinet.