Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs
The Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, commonly referred to as the Foreign Secretary, is a member of His Majesty's Government heading the Foreign Office and responsible for relations with foreign countries, matters pertaining to the Palmshire's overseas territories and the promotion of Palmshire interests abroad.
In addition, the Foreign Secretary also oversees the Palmshire Armed Forces (including Palmshire Army, Palmshire Royal Navy, and Palmshire Royal Marines) and therefore has additional responsibility for defense of the Commonwealth of Palmshire and its interests and for strengthening international peace and stability.
The current Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs is His Grace the Duke of Stirling.
The Foreign Secretary is responsible for appointing officials within his/her own department who reports to him/her.
Foreign Office
Office | Name | Entered office | Party affiliation | Notes |
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Foreign Secretary | The Duke of Stirling | 26 June 2011 | Independent | A member of the Cabinet |
Commander-in-Chief of the Forces | Lt. Gen The Duke of Stirling | 8 January 2011 | Toupée | Oversees the Palmshire Army |
First Lord of the Admiralty | Vacant | Vacant | Oversees the Palmshire Royal Navy and Palmshire Royal Marines |