The phrase "key functionaries" refers to important individuals or people in important positions who play a critical role in an organization or system. Full definition
The idea that personal ties with key functionaries of the Chinese state could help clear political barriers may sound appealing. (fortune.com)
There seems to be some confusion among key functionaries of the government over the source of funding for the upcoming implementation of its «Free SHS» programme. (ghanapoliticsonline.com)
According to him, he has picked very reliable information from some key functionaries with the elephant family that, after accessing the chances of their» failed presidential candidate», the party will lose the elections, hence their decision to re-elect a new presidential candidate. (ghanapoliticsonline.com)