The following list shows all historical leaders of Kuwait starting with the most recent. The definition of leader differs across countries, usually referring to a head of state or head of government. This list shows the person who is publicly recognized as the leader, i.e., the person representing the country internationally and being in charge of running the day-to-day domestic political agenda.
In case the country has seen one or multiple political transformations over time, former governance structures are also listed below.
Kuwait
Emir
Since Dec 16th, 2023
Kuwait
Emir
Sep 29th, 2020 to Dec 16th, 2023
Kuwait
Emir
Jan 29th, 2006 to Sep 29th, 2020
Kuwait
Emir
Jan 15th, 2006 to Jan 24th, 2006
Kuwait
Emir
Dec 31st, 1977 to Jan 15th, 2006
Kuwait
Emir
Nov 24th, 1965 to Dec 31st, 1977
Kuwait
Emir
Jan 29th, 1950 to Nov 24th, 1965
Kuwait
Emir
Mar 29th, 1921 to Jan 29th, 1950
Kuwait
Emir
Feb 5th, 1917 to Feb 23rd, 1921
Kuwait
Emir
Nov 28th, 1915 to Feb 5th, 1917
Kuwait
Emir
May 18th, 1896 to May 28th, 1915
