secretary of state

• Высокопоставленный государственный чиновник в Соединенных Штатах, который является главой Государственного департамента, ответственного за иностранные дела и международные отношения.

A senior government official in the United States who serves as the head of the Department of State, responsible for foreign affairs and international relations.

1. US Government OfficialB2formalamerican

   The head of the United States Department of State, responsible for foreign affairs and international relations.

   Государственный секретарь

   • The Secretary of State met with foreign diplomats to discuss trade agreements.
   • She was appointed Secretary of State after serving as a senator.
   • The Secretary of State issued a statement on the peace negotiations.

2. UK Government OfficialB2formalbritish

   A senior minister in the British government who heads a specific government department.

   Министр

   • The Secretary of State for Education announced new school reforms.
   • He served as Secretary of State for Health during the pandemic.
   • The Secretary of State for Defence addressed Parliament on military spending.