The Great Seljuk Vizierate

The Great Seljuk Vizierate was a key governing institution during the Seljuk Empire (11th-14th centuries), where the vizier served as the chief minister responsible for administration, finance, and diplomacy. Acting as the empire’s top advisor, the vizier coordinated various government departments and helped implement the sultan’s policies. This office was vital for maintaining stability and effective governance across vast territories in the Middle East and Anatolia. The role required political skill and expertise, shaping the empire’s internal stability and external relations during its golden age.