Government Act (CAP 243).

The Government Act of the Republic of Vanuatu aims to enhance governance, promote transparency, and support the effective functioning of the Executive branch in Vanuatu.The Act supplements Chapter 7 of the Constitution, which delineates the structure, role, and responsibilities of the Executive. Key components of the Act include defining the functions of the Prime Minister, who holds the principal role in strategic policy, planning, administrative decisions, and foreign policy direction. The Council of Ministers, under the Prime Minister's leadership, plays a crucial role in coordinating government activities and ensuring adherence to the rule of law. Additionally, the Act addresses the appointment and responsibilities of political advisors, who provide essential political advice to ministers. It also outlines the establishment of committees within the Council to gather information, identify policy issues, and make recommendations. The Act emphasizes the importance of efficient governance, equitable distribution of benefits, and the improvement of efficiency within the public sector. It also highlights the need for growth in the private sector and the equitable distribution of benefits to the people of Vanuatu.