President of South Ossetia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids President of the Republic of South Ossetia |
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Residence | Presidential Palace, Tskhinvali |
Term length | 5 years, renewable once |
Inaugural holder | Lyudvig Chibirov |
Formation | 27 November 1996 |
Website | https://presidentruo.org/ |
The President of South Ossetia is the main leader of the Republic of South Ossetia. South Ossetia is a region that sees itself as an independent country. However, many other countries still consider it part of Georgia. This means its independence is only de facto (in reality, but not officially recognized by everyone).
The president acts as the head of state. They are in charge of leading the government and representing the people of South Ossetia. The president's job is very important for the region. They help make decisions and guide the country.
Leaders of South Ossetia
South Ossetia has had several important leaders over the years. Before they had presidents, there were other leaders. These leaders helped guide the region through different times.
Presidents of South Ossetia
Since 1996, South Ossetia has had presidents. These leaders are elected to serve a term of five years. They can be re-elected once. Here is a list of the people who have served as president:
No. | Portrait | Name (Birth–Death) |
Term of office | Political party | Election | ||
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Took office | Left office | Time in office | |||||
1 | Lyudvig Chibirov (born 1932) |
27 November 1996 | 18 December 2001 | 5 years, 21 days | Independent | 1996 | |
2 | Eduard Kokoity (born 1964) |
18 December 2001 | 10 December 2011 (Resigned) |
9 years, 357 days | Unity Party | 2001 2006 |
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– | Vadim Brovtsev (1969–2024) Acting |
11 December 2011 | 19 April 2012 | 130 days | Unity Party | – | |
3 | Leonid Tibilov (born 1951) |
19 April 2012 | 21 April 2017 | 5 years, 2 days | Independent | 2012 | |
4 | Anatoly Bibilov (born 1970) |
21 April 2017 | 24 May 2022 | 5 years, 33 days | United Ossetia | 2017 | |
5 | Alan Gagloev (born 1981) |
24 May 2022 | Incumbent | 3 years, 38 days | Nykhaz | 2022 |
Timeline of Leaders
This timeline shows when each leader was in power. It helps you see how long each person served.

See also
In Spanish: Presidente de Osetia del Sur para niños
- Government of South Ossetia
- Prime Minister of South Ossetia
- Minister of Foreign Affairs (South Ossetia)