Serzh Sargsyan

Serzh Sargsyan is an Armenian politician who served as both the President (2008–2018) and Prime Minister (2018) of Armenia. Known for his strong national security focus, he played a significant role in Armenia's political landscape, especially during the early 2000s. His tenure was marked by efforts to strengthen Armenia's sovereignty and military. In 2018, widespread protests led to his resignation as Prime Minister, amid concerns over concentrated power and democratic reforms. Sargsyan remains an influential figure in Armenia’s recent history, representing a period of political stability yet also controversy regarding governance and democratic processes.