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In New Zealand, the form of government is a unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy. In New Zealand, the legislature rests with the House of Representatives. The head of government is Elizabeth II. A country's governmental structure determines the way laws are written, approved and interpreted. The type of government determines the way elections are held as well as the country's system of policing its citizens. The term of office of the New Zealand head of state lasts until the next successor. The length of a head of state's tenure directly affects the power and influence of the executive branch. A longer term gives the head of state more authority. The Global Peace Index (GPI) for New Zealand is 1.221. Due to the strong presence of the law enforcement authorities and the high level of social responsibility, New Zealand is very safe by international standards. The Index of Strength of Legal Rights for New Zealand is 12. Overall it is considered quite strong - bankruptcy and collateral laws can protect the rights of borrowers and lenders quite well; Credit information is plentiful and easily accessible.

Government
In New Zealand, the head of the government is Elizabeth II. The government system of New Zealand is a Unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy. In New Zealand, the legislative power is vested in a House of Representatives; this is a Unicameral legislative body, and therefore a Unicameral House of Representatives. According to the World Bank Group, the government effectiveness index of New Zealand is 1.93. This indicates that the government of New Zealand is very effective. Citizens enjoy highly effective social, public, and civil services, and the overall morale in New Zealand is high. Government actions are efficient and expeditious, and dangerous situations are highly unlikely as a result.

Unions and alliances
This section deals with a list of unions New Zealand is a member of.

New Zealand is a member of the United Nations (UN). New Zealand is a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO). New Zealand is a member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). New Zealand is a member of the International Monetery Fun (IMF).