Greece government and politics takes place in a large parliamentary representative democratic republic. The Prime Minister is the Head of the Government and the government exercises executive power. Legislative power is vested both on the government and the Hellenic Parliament. The President is elected by the Parliament and is the Head of the State.The President is responsible for some executive and legislative functions in addition to some ceremonial duties. The Prime Minister along with the cabinet play a vital role. Politics has always played important role in the development of Greece.
Greece Flag
The flag of Greece was officially adopted on December 22, 1978. The blue and white colors of the flag represent the sea blue water and the white wave crests surrounding Greece. The flag has nine horizontal blue and white stripe. A white cross is positioned in the upper left corner by the flagpole. The white cross symbolizes Greek orthodox religion. The ratio of the flags height to its width is 2:3.
Ministries of Greece
The different ministries play an important role in Greece Government and Politics. They are The Prime Minister's Office, Ministry of Aegean, Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Culture, Ministry of Development, Ministry of Education and Religious Affairs, Ministry for the Environment, Physical Planning and Public Works, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Health and Welfare, Ministry of Interior, Public Administration and Decentralization, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Lab our and Social Affairs, Ministry of Macedonia Thrace, Ministry of Press and Mass Media, Ministry of Public Order, Ministry of Mercantile Marine, Ministry of National Economy,Ministry of National De fence and the Ministry of Transport and Communications.
Greece Parliament
The Parliament of Greece is located in the Parliament House, overlooking the Synagma Square in Athens. The Parliament in Greece is elected for a four year term. It is a unicameral legislature of 300 members. The Speaker is the 'President'of the Parliament and presides over all the proceedings.
Greece Prime Minister
The Greece Prime Minister is appointed by the President of Greece. The Prime Minister is the head of the government and the leader of the cabinet. The current Prime Minister of Greece is Kostas Karamanlis, who is the leader of the New Democracy Party.
Greece Election
The Greek Parliament is democratically elected . It consists of 300 members, elected for a four year term . During the election the country is divided into small constituencies. Special electoral laws control the election norms. As in any other democracy in the world the voters select their leaders in the secret ballot. The leader of the winning party is appointed as the Prime Minister by the President.
Greece Embassy
Greece embassies or consulates are present in almost all major countries of Europe, USA, Asia and also Africa. This way Greece has made its diplomatic presence felt all over the world. The consulates strengthen the ties between Greece and various other countries. The consular section provides all the relevant informations about visa formalities and documentation. The Embassy of Greece is present in London, Tokyo, Australia, South Africa and many more countries.
Greek Independence
Greek Independence is celebrated on March 25th. This day is one of the holiest days for the Greek orthodox Christians. This is the day of Annunciation for them. On this day the archangel Gabriel appeared to maiden Mary and announced about her immaculate conception.
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