Deputy Prime Minister of New Melanesia
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| Deputy Prime Minister of New Melanesia | |
|---|---|
Incumbent Vacant | |
| Council of Ministers | |
| Style | Mr/Madam Deputy Prime Minister (informal) The Honourable (formal) |
| Abbreviation | DPM |
| Member of | Parliament Council of Ministers |
| Reports to | Prime Minister of New Melanesia |
| Nominator | Prime Minister of New Melanesia |
| Appointer | President of New Melanesia |
| Term length | At the President's Pleasure |
| Formation | 14 July 2022 |
The Deputy Prime Minister of New Melanesia is a cabinet position in the Republic of New Melanesia that isn't always in use.
Role
The deputy prime minister has 2 primary duties:
- Aiding the Prime Minister
- Deputising in the Prime Minister's Absence
- Helping Guide the Legislative Process
- Occasionally Chairing the Cabinet
Appointment
The DPM is nominated by the Prime Minister but, like other cabinet ministers, is formally appointed by the President of New Melanesia.