Ministry of Finance
/ˈmɪnɪstri əv fəˈnæns/
Definitions
- (n.) A government department responsible for managing public finances, including budgeting, taxation, and economic policy.
The Ministry of Finance proposed a new tax reform bill to increase revenue.
Forms
- ministry of finance
- ministries of finance
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Commentary
Commonly the central authority for national finance policy, its precise powers and name may vary by jurisdiction, but it typically oversees state financial management and economic strategy.
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