Minister of the Armed Forces | |
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Ministre des Armées (French) | |
![]() Honor flag and naval jack of the minister | |
since 20 May 2022 | |
Ministry of the Armed Forces | |
Member of | Government
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Reports to | |
Seat | |
Nominator | Prime Minister |
Appointer | President |
Term length | No fixed term |
Precursor | |
Formation | 21 November 1945 |
First holder | Edmond Michelet |
Deputy | |
Salary | 10,135€ per month |
Website | www.defense.gouv.fr |
The Minister of the Armed Forces (French: Ministre des Armées, lit. 'Minister of the Armies') is the leader and most senior official of the French Ministry of the Armed Forces, tasked with running the French Armed Forces. The minister is the third-highest civilian[1] having authority over France's military, behind the President of the Republic[2] and the Prime Minister.[3] Based on the governments, they may be assisted by a minister or state secretary for veterans' affairs.
The office is considered to be one of the core positions of the Government of France. Since 20 May 2022, the Minister of the Armed Forces has been Sébastien Lecornu, the 45th person to hold the office.