Minister of State (Monaco)
| Minister of State of the Principality of Monaco | |
|---|---|
| Ministre d'État (French) Ministru de Statu (Monégasque) | |
| Member of | Council of Government |
| Appointer | Prince of Monaco |
| Formation | February 1911 |
| First holder | Émile Flach |
| Salary | €180,000/year |
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The minister of state (French: Ministre d'État; Monégasque: Ministru de Statu), is the head of government of Monaco, appointed by and subordinate to the Prince of Monaco.
During their term of office, the officeholder is responsible for directing the work of the government and in charge of foreign relations. As the monarch's representative, the prime minister also presides (with voting powers) over the Council of Government, directs the executive services and commands the police and military.