The Central African Republic is currently led by President Faustin-Archange Touadéra, who has held the office since 2016. He won his first term in the 2016 presidential election and secured a second term in the 2020 election. As head of state and government, President Touadéra oversees the country's executive branch and represents the nation on the international stage. His tenure has been marked by efforts to stabilize the country after years of conflict, though challenges such as insecurity and economic development persist.