Government

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The Principality of Paulovia is an absolute monarchy. The Paulovia Constitution of August 2005, which codified a constitutional monarchy, was suspended in November 2007. A new constitution is under consideration but is not expected to be in place until 2009.

However, as one cannot expect an entire country to be run by an individual, even a prince of HRHs calibre, the day to day executive responsibilities are delegated to a royal appointed Council of Ministers or Great Panjandrum. Individual ministers are appointed to specific government portfolios, whilst the council as a whole debate, propose and draft legislation for submission for Royal Assent prior to enactment.

A First Minister is elected by the Council of Ministers. The First Minister advises the monarch on specific issues when requested and reports directly to HRH on current and planned business of the council. This includes the presentation of petitions from citizens and public nominations of individuals and organisations for consideration for awards and honours.

Honorary Citizenship applications are processed by the Ministry of Culture and Citizenship on merit and forwarded to the Great Panjandrum for approval.