ministirët

Ministirët is the Albanian term for ministers, referring to the members of the executive branch who head government ministries. Each minister is in charge of a specific policy area, such as finance, education, health, or foreign affairs, and is responsible for developing policy within their portfolio, drafting legislation, and supervising the implementation of laws and regulations through the ministry they lead. Ministers participate in the cabinet to coordinate government policy and to approve the overall budget, ensuring that programs across departments align with the government’s priorities.

Appointment and accountability: In most political systems that use this term, ministers are political appointees selected by the head of government and often require confirmation by the legislature. They serve as part of the government and can be dismissed or replaced in a cabinet reshuffle, after elections, or following a vote of confidence. Ministers are typically accountable to the legislature for the performance of their ministries and may be called to answer questions or undergo oversight.

History and usage: The concept of ministers has deep historical roots in royal and administrative councils and evolved into the modern cabinet system in many democracies. In Albanian-speaking contexts, the noun ministër refers to the head of a ministry, while ministirët denotes the broader group of ministers serving in a government. The term appears in official terminology and media to describe the members who shape and implement public policy.