The Chancellor of Austria is the head of government in the country, responsible for leading the executive branch and implementing laws. The Chancellor is appointed by the President of Austria and typically comes from the political party that holds the majority in the National Council, which is the lower house of the Austrian Parliament. The Chancellor oversees the Cabinet, which consists of various ministers responsible for different government departments. This role is crucial in shaping Austria's domestic and foreign policies, and the Chancellor often represents the country in international affairs, working closely with other leaders and organizations like the European Union.