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Head of state · Eritrea

Isaias Afwerki

President of Eritrea

In office sinceMay 21, 199333 years, 4 months

Isaias Afwerki is the President of Eritrea, in office since May 21, 1993. Has led Eritrea since independence; also heads the government. Information as of Oct. 13, 2026 (UN Protocol list of Sept. 19, 2026).

Connections

Leaders · U.S. mission · Reported with

U.S. chargé d’affairesChristine E. MeyerU.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Eritrea
Ambassador to the U.S.Berhane Gebrehiwet SolomonChargé d’Affaires a.i. of Eritrea in the United StatesSince March 15, 2011 · 15 years, 6 months

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Information as of Oct. 13, 2026 (UN Protocol list of Sept. 19, 2026).