ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Government in exile

Alright kiddo, let's talk about something called a "government in exile". Sometimes, bad things happen in a country that make it difficult, or even impossible, for the government to continue working properly. This could include a war, a coup, or a natural disaster.

Now, when that happens, sometimes the leaders of that country will leave their own country and set up a government in another country, usually a friendlier and safer one. This is called a "government in exile".

These governments in exile are still considered the rightful government of their country, even though they're not physically there. They still try to make decisions, pass laws and represent their citizens, just like they would if they were back home.

Sometimes, these governments in exile have to work hard to get other countries to recognize them as the legitimate government of their country. This way, they can still have a voice at international meetings and represent their citizens on a global level.

Overall, a government in exile is like a safety net for a country, when things get rough at home, it helps the leaders and the people continue to move forward, even from afar.