Minister of Finance
/ˈmɪnɪstər ʌv fəˈnæns/
Definitions
- (n.) A government official responsible for managing a state's public finances, economic policy, taxation, and budget formulation.
The Minister of Finance presented the annual budget to the parliament.
Forms
- minister of finance
- ministers of finance
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Commentary
The title and exact duties of the Minister of Finance may vary by jurisdiction, but the role generally encompasses oversight of fiscal policy and government expenditure.
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