The following list shows all historical leaders of The Maldives 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.
The Maldives
President
Since Nov 17th, 2023
The Maldives
President
Nov 17th, 2018 to Nov 17th, 2023
The Maldives
President
Nov 17th, 2013 to Nov 17th, 2018
The Maldives
President
Feb 7th, 2012 to Nov 17th, 2013
The Maldives
President
Nov 11th, 2008 to Feb 7th, 2012
The Maldives
President
Nov 11th, 1978 to Nov 11th, 2008
The Maldives
President
Nov 11th, 1968 to Nov 11th, 1978
The Maldives
President
Jan 1st, 1953 to Aug 21st, 1953
The Maldives
Sultan
Jan 1st, 1944 to Feb 21st, 1952
The Maldives
Sultan
Jan 1st, 1935 to Dec 31st, 1943
The Maldives
Sultan
Jan 1st, 1902 to Oct 2nd, 1934
The Maldives
Sultan
Jan 1st, 1893 to Dec 31st, 1901
