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Head of state · Chad

Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno

President of Chad

In office sinceApril 20, 20215 years, 5 months

Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno is the President of Chad, in office since April 20, 2021. Led the transition after his father’s death in April 2021; elected president in 2024. Information as of Oct. 13, 2026 (UN Protocol list of Sept. 19, 2026).

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Leaders · U.S. mission · Reported with

Head of governmentAllamaye HalinaPrime Minister of ChadSince May 24, 2024 · 2 years, 4 months
U.S. chargé d’affairesWilliam FlensU.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Chad
Ambassador to the U.S.Mahamat Tahir OroziAmbassador of Chad to the United StatesSince May 21, 2026 · 4 months

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