Ministerial Portfolio
/ˌmɪnɪˈstɪriəl pɔːrtˈfoʊlioʊ/
Definitions
- (n.) The set of governmental duties and responsibilities assigned to a minister.
The ministerial portfolio of finance includes managing the national budget and economic policy.
Forms
- ministerial portfolios
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Commentary
The term specifically refers to official duties granted to a political minister, distinct from any personal or private portfolios.
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