Council of Ministers

American

noun

the policy-making body of the European Economic Community, representing all the member nations.
(sometimes lowercase) the highest administrative body of various countries, usually serving in an advisory capacity to the chief executive; cabinet.

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Lecornu has said a revised draft budget for 2026 could be presented to a council of ministers on Monday, the deadline for the bill to pass parliament by the end of the year.

From Barron's

Residents will vote to elect a local assembly, led by a chief minister and council of ministers.

From BBC

Mr Macron talked about the Courbevoie attack during a Council of Ministers meeting on Wednesday, where he meets with the members of his government.

From BBC

“The president has accepted the resignation and requested Narendra Modi and the Council of Ministers to continue till the new government assumes office,” the president’s office said in a statement.

From Seattle Times

Speaking in February Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham said the investment was "being considered", but would need to go to the Council of Ministers.

From BBC

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