Ukhnaa Khurelsukh

Ukhnaa Khurelsukh was appointed Prime Minister of Mongolia on October 4, 2017, after the ouster of Jargaltulgyn Erdenebat. He led the Mongolian People's Party government, focusing on economic recovery and anti-corruption measures.

Khurelsukh's government declared a state of emergency in Mongolia in February 2020 to contain the COVID-19 pandemic, imposing strict lockdowns and border closures. The measures initially kept cases low but later faced criticism for economic and social impacts.

Khurelsukh resigned as Prime Minister on January 21, 2021, following large-scale protests over the government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and the death of a hospitalized mother. His resignation was accepted by parliament, leading to a new government.

Khurelsukh was elected President of Mongolia on June 9, 2021, winning 67.8% of the vote in the presidential election. He assumed office on June 25, 2021, becoming the sixth president of Mongolia and shifting from prime minister to head of state.