government ministries
Cabinet-level administrative bodies
Government ministries are the major administrative divisions of a national government, each responsible for a specific area of public policy.
A ministry of health oversees healthcare systems; a ministry of defense manages military affairs.
In some countries, particularly the United States, these bodies are called departments rather than ministries: The proposal requires approval from three government ministries.
The term implies cabinet-level importance and a minister at the head.
- cabinet meetingGathering of department heads
- arts fundingFinancial support for creativity
- treasuryStored organizational funds
- healthcareOrganized provision of treatment
- transportationMoving people or goods
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Bodies that make laws
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Businesses not publicly traded
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