Historical leaders of Taiwan and other associated countries

The following list shows all historical leaders of Taiwan 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.

Leaders of Taiwan

Taiwan

Taiwan

Lai Ching-te

President

Since May 20th, 2024

Taiwan

Taiwan

Tsai Ing-wen

President

May 20th, 2016 to May 20th, 2024

Taiwan

Taiwan

Ma Ying-jeou

President

May 20th, 2008 to May 20th, 2016

Taiwan

Taiwan

Chen Shui-bian

President

May 20th, 2000 to May 20th, 2008

Taiwan

Taiwan

Lee Teng-hui

President

Jan 13th, 1988 to May 20th, 2000

Taiwan

Taiwan

Chiang Ching-kuo

President

May 20th, 1978 to Jan 13th, 1988

Taiwan

Taiwan

Yen Chia-kan

President

Apr 5th, 1975 to May 20th, 1978

Taiwan

Taiwan

Chiang Kai-shek

President

Mar 1st, 1950 to Apr 5th, 1975

Taiwan

Taiwan

Li Zongren

President

Jan 21st, 1949 to Mar 1st, 1950

Taiwan

Taiwan

Chiang Kai-shek

President

May 20th, 1948 to Jan 21st, 1949

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