The Ministry Council served as the unified governmental entity for making decisions, uniting the key ministers from the New Republic. Functioning as a Senate Council within the New Republic Senate, its responsibilities encompassed allocating resources to the New Republic General Ministry, endorsing the First Administrator, and maintaining overall supervision of the diverse ministries.
In the event of the Chief of State's death, incapacitation, or absence, the Ministry Council possessed the authority to appoint a temporary Chief of State. This selection could be drawn from the incumbent Minister of State, a past Minister, or a previous Chief of State, pending a formal election by the Senate. This power was a distinct advantage compared to bodies like the Ruling Council. Doman Beruss held the position of Chair of the Ministry Council throughout the Black Fleet Crisis.