The Flemish Government (with a capital "G") (Dutch: Vlaamse regering) is the executive branch of the Flemish Community and the Flemish Region. It consists of up to a maximum of eleven ministers, chosen by the Flemish Parliament. At least one minister must come from Brussels.
The executive branch of government consists of a limited number (maximum 11) of ministers drawn from the political parties which, in practice, form the governing coalition. The ministers are appointed by the Flemish Parliament. The Government is chaired by the Flemish Minister-President. Ministers head executive departments of the government. Ministers must defend their policies and performance in person before the Flemish Parliament. The Flemish Government must receive and keep the confidence of the Flemish Parliament.
Read more about Flemish Government: List of Flemish Minister-Presidents, Flemish Government
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