Prime Minister of New Melanesia

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Prime Minister of New Melanesia
Incumbent
Vacant
Office of the Prime Minister
StyleMr/Madam Prime Minister (informal)
The Honourable (formal)
His/Her Excellency (diplomatic)
TypeHead of government
Member ofParliament
Council of Ministers
SeatOra De Goto'akau
AppointerPresident of New Melanesia
Term lengthAt the President's Pleasure
Formation14 June 2022
DeputyDeputy Prime Minister of New Melanesia

The Prime Minister of New Melanesia is the head of government in the Republic of New Melanesia.

History

The office of prime minister was established on 14 July 2022, when Luke of Wellmoore decided on the legislature to be a parliamentary republic. However, by this time the presidency and the nation had already been established.

Appointment

The prime minister is appointed by the president. The president can appoint any member of the Assembly of the Republic they wish, however they typically appoint the leader of the largest party elected to the assembly as they can command the most confidence in the assembly.

Role

As head of government, the prime minister coordinates the actions of ministers, represents the Government of New Melanesia to the other bodies of state, is accountable to parliament and keeps the president informed. The prime minister also nominates ministers to the president. The prime minister can hold the role of head of government with or without the portfolio of one or more ministries.

See also