deputy minister

British  

noun

1. (in Canada) the senior civil servant in a government department

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Example Sentences

The NCAG, headed by former Palestinian Authority deputy minister Ali Shaath, is expected to enter the Gaza Strip once the Rafah crossing reopens.

From Barron's

Gaza native and former Palestinian Authority deputy minister Ali Shaath was earlier tapped to head the governing committee.

From Barron's

Warjiyo’s decision to invite the finance minister to current and future Bank Indonesia board meetings—framed as an effort to “improve coordination”—has drawn attention, especially as the deputy minister attended Wednesday’s meeting, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

One visible figure in Caputo’s team is his deputy minister for economic policy, José Luis Daza, a U.S.-trained economist and JPMorgan veteran seen as having a relevant role in talks with Bessent because of his past work on Wall Street.

From The Wall Street Journal

“It’s a disgrace,” charged the deputy minister of defense, shattering his glasses on the table.

From Literature