The following list shows all historical leaders of Timor Leste 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.
Timor Leste
Prime Minister
Since Jul 1st, 2023
Timor Leste
Prime Minister
Jun 22nd, 2018 to Jul 1st, 2023
Timor Leste
Prime Minister
Sep 15th, 2017 to Jun 22nd, 2018
Timor Leste
Prime Minister
Feb 16th, 2015 to Sep 15th, 2017
Timor Leste
Prime Minister
Aug 8th, 2007 to Feb 16th, 2015
Timor Leste
Prime Minister
May 19th, 2007 to Aug 8th, 2007
Timor Leste
Prime Minister
Jun 26th, 2006 to May 19th, 2007
Timor Leste
Prime Minister
May 20th, 2002 to Jun 26th, 2006
Timor Leste
Chief Minister
Sep 20th, 2001 to May 20th, 2002
Timor Leste
Prime Minister
Oct 1st, 1977 to Feb 28th, 1979
Timor Leste
Prime Minister
Nov 28th, 1975 to Dec 7th, 1975
