Ministry of State
The Ministry of State, formerly the Department of Government Affairs super department, is led by the Minister and is tasked with preserving the Federation’s influence abroad and coordinating its Civil Society at home. Because of this dual function, its influence exceeds that of almost any other organisation throughout Federal space; whilst Interior and Defense are equally present on all Federation worlds, the diverse remit of State – from magazine publishing to alliance-brokering – brings its everyday influence right into the home of almost every Federation citizen.
Staff
The Minister of State is equally, whilst a key figure in the organization of civic life throughout the Federation, one of the state’s chief diplomats: he is the head and chief executive of the Ministry. Appointed by the Viceroy with the approval of the , they oversee the day-to-day operations of the Ministry and serve as a voting member.
Chief Justice
The Minister of State also acts as the Chief Justice, charged with ensuring the Trade Federation Charter is upheld to the letter of the law. The Chief Justice is the supreme keeper of order and justice within the Trade Federation. He presides over both tiers of the Federation Courts and answers only to the Viceroy himself. He will also address complaints and grievances from all sectors of Federation-controlled territory.
(See Chain of Command)
Departments
Restructuring
The Ministry of State was originally closed and supplanted by the Department of Government Affairs, it was re-opened and supplanted Government Affairs. It is currently an official ministry of the .