It is responsible for "drafting and overseeing the implementation of the internal, external, financial, economic, educational and defense policies, and general affairs of the state.
"[1] It functions in accordance with the Basic Law of Saudi Arabia and is advised by the Consultative Assembly.
The present law governing the form and function of the Council of Ministers was issued by King Fahd in 1993.
[1] Among others, it stipulates that every member of the Council must be "a Saudi national by birth and descent; well-known for righteousness and capability;" and "not previously convicted for a crime of immorality or dishonor.
"[1] In the early hours of 29 April 2015, King Salman issued 25 royal decrees which included a cabinet reshuffle.