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Ministers Take Oath Of Office

June 1, 2011 -- Members of re-elected President James Michel's cabinet of ministers took the oaths of office at State House yesterday afternoon.

Their nominations were approved earlier in the day by the National Assembly.

The Ministers continue in their posts as before.

Mr Jacquelin Dugasse who had served as Minster for 18 years, has retired from public service and is joining the private sector.  

President Michel presided over the swearing-in ceremony.

The members of the cabinet comprise of:

Designated Minister Vincent Meriton, Minister for Community Development, Youth and Sport

Minister Joel Morgan, Minister for Home Affairs, Environment, Transport and Energy

Minister Bernard Shamlaye, Minister for Social Development and Culture

Minister MacSuzy Mondon, Minister for Education, Employment and Human Resources

Minister Jean-Paul Adam, Minister for Foreign Affairs
 
Minister Peter Sinon, Minister for Investment, Natural Resources and Industry

Minister Erna Athanasius, Minister for Health