- President: In many countries, the president is the head of state. They may also be the head of government, or the role may be divided between the president and the prime minister.
- Monarch: In some countries, a king, queen, or other monarch is the head of state. They may have varying degrees of power, depending on the country's system of government.
- Prime Minister: In parliamentary systems, the prime minister is usually the head of government and holds the most political power. However, in some countries, the prime minister is also considered the head of state, especially if there is no monarchy or other ceremonial position.
The head of state represents their country domestically and internationally, and may have various duties and responsibilities depending on the country's constitution and laws.