Rijksoverheids

Rijksoverheid refers to the central government of the Netherlands. It is responsible for the national administration and policy-making for the entire country. The Rijksoverheid comprises various ministries, each headed by a minister who is part of the cabinet. The cabinet, led by the Prime Minister, is the executive branch of the Dutch government. Key functions of the Rijksoverheid include legislation, public finance, defense, foreign affairs, and the implementation of social and economic policies. It operates within the framework of the Dutch constitution and parliamentary democracy. The Rijksoverheid works in conjunction with provincial and municipal governments, but its authority extends to the national level, setting the overarching laws and regulations that govern the Netherlands. Its decisions and actions impact all citizens and residents of the country.