A government is a body that has the authority to make and the power to enforce laws within a civil, corporate, religious, academic, or other organization or group. In its broadest sense, "to govern" means to administer or supervise, whether over a state, a set group of people, or a collection of assets.
The word government is derived from the Greek Κυβερνήτης (kyvernites), which means "steersman", "governor", "pilot" or "rudder".
Typically, "the government" refers to the executive function. In many countries (particularly those having parliamentary systems), the Government refers to the executive branch of government or a specifically named executive, i.e. the Blair Government (compare to the administration as in the Clinton administration in U.S. usage). The Welsh Assembly Government is the name of the executive branch of Wales, and Scottish Government is the unofficial term to describe the Scottish Executive. In countries using the Westminster system, the party in government will also usually control the legislature.
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Government of the Republic of Cuba - Official site. Information on government structure, official news, foreign policy, and economic and social development. [English/Spanish]
AduaCuba - General Customs of the Republic of Cuba. Provides contact information and regulations regarding travelers, mail and parcel post, and commercial imports. In English and Spanish.
Meta Description: [ Aduana General de la Repblica de Cuba, General Customs of the Republic of Cuba. ]
CubaPoliData - Collection of data and analysis on military and political groups and activities.
Japan-Cuba Relations - Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs provides overview of relationship between the countries, including VIP visits, trade, and economic assistance.
The Cuban Spy Page - Links to articles on US efforts against espionage by Cuba.
Amtrak Director of Government Operations Jonathan Hutchison gives a briefing on Amtrak operations at the NARP Region 8 ...