The number, titles and competencies of ministries and secretariats of State are as laid down in a Government statute.

[4] Chapter II of Part III, Title IV of the Constitution provides for the Government's formation and responsibility.

The prime minders is appointed by the President, after consultation with the political parties sitting in the National Parliament.

The remaining members of the Government are appointed by the President of the Republic following proposal by the Prime Minister.

Any parliamentary group may propose the rejection of the programme, or the Government may request the approval of a vote of confidence.