Minister of Foreign Affairs (Saint Lucia)

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Saint Lucia is the government minister responsible for Saint Lucia's foreign policy and international relations. The Minister oversees the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which is the government department responsible for conducting diplomatic relations with other countries and international organizations.

The specific responsibilities of the Minister typically include:

• Representing Saint Lucia in international forums, such as the United Nations, the Commonwealth, and the Organization of American States (OAS).
• Developing and implementing Saint Lucia's foreign policy objectives.
• Negotiating treaties and agreements with other countries.
• Promoting Saint Lucia's interests abroad, including trade, investment, and tourism.
• Overseeing Saint Lucia's diplomatic missions abroad, such as embassies and consulates.
• Protecting the interests of Saint Lucian citizens living or traveling abroad.
• Advising the Prime Minister on matters of foreign policy.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs is appointed by the Governor-General on the advice of the Prime Minister. The position is a cabinet-level post, and the Minister is accountable to the Parliament of Saint Lucia. The official title and specific portfolio responsibilities may vary slightly over time depending on the government in power.