Secretary of State for Defence (Tanaau)

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Secretary of State for Defence
Incumbent
Vacant
Ministry of Defence
StyleThe Right Honourable
TypeMinister of the Crown
StatusSecretary of State
Member ofCabinet
NominatorPrime Minister
AppointerMonarch
Term lengthAt His Majesty's Pleasure
Formation17 November 2023
Unofficial namesDefence Secretary

The Secretary of State for Defence, sometimes known as the Defence Secretary, is a senior Minister of the Crown in the Government of Tanaau with overall charge and responsibility for the Ministry of Defence. As a senior minister, the defence secretary is a member of the Cabinet of Tanaau.

The office is currently vacant.

History

The office of defence secretary was established on 17 November 2023.

Appointment

The defence secretary is appointed by and serves at the monarch's pleasure. By convention, they are appointed on the advice and nomination of the prime minister. Usually, a former serviceman is appointed to the office to ensure the government is capable of creating effective defence policy and provide successful oversight of the armed forces.

Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the defence secretary includes:

  • Strategic Military and Defensive Operations
  • Oversight of the Armed Forces of Tanaau
  • Oversight of Defence Policy, Resourcing and Planning
  • Relations with International Defence Partners
  • Communications on Defence

See also