First Minister of Tanjung

The  is the head of state of the Democratic Republic of Kurdistan. The President is considered to be a largely ceremonial office - however the incumbent president is able to appoint the General Secretary as well the Premiers of the provinces, and can also demote them at will.

Currently Şahin Uzun is the president of Kurdistan. Former president Şahnaz Özlem serves as president in her exiled government.

Role and duties
The President primarily "protects the workers and Kurds, whilst upholding the tenants of society laid down by Marx and Lenin." In this role the president has the power to appoint any minister he chooses, and can refuse to pass any law. Often the president only uses these powers in times of need.

Appointment
The president is elected through a popular democratic vote.