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In contrast, a semi-presidential system, such as France, has both heads of state and government as the de facto leaders of the nation (in practice they divide the leadership of the nation between themselves). Meanwhile, in presidential systems, the head of state is also the head of government. [1]
May 21, 2024 · Head of state, the highest representative of a sovereign state, who may or may not also be its head of government. The role of the head of state is primarily representative, serving to symbolize the unity and integrity of the state at home and abroad.
4 days ago · The head of state embodies the political community and continuity of the state, and carries out ceremonial functions associated with representing the state both at home and in foreign policy, for instance in committing the state to treaty obligations.
Head of government, the holder of the highest office in the government of a sovereign state, who also exercises practical political power. Some heads of government are technically holders of the second highest office in a country, the highest office being occupied by a ceremonial head of state who.
The list includes the names of recently elected or appointed heads of state and government who will take office on an appointed date, as presidents-elect and prime ministers-designate, and those leading a government in exile if internationally recognised.
Tharman Shanmugaratnam was elected as Singapore’s President in September 2023. He served in politics for 22 years before resigning to contest in the Presidential Election; the President, as Head of State, holds a non-partisan office in Singapore’s system of governance.
2 days ago · Columbus June 28, 2024. Golden State Warriors assistant coach Kenny Atkinson watches during the first half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Denver Nuggets on Dec. 25, 2023, in Denver. The Cleveland Cavaliers have officially hired Atkinson for the position of head coach. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
