Alar Karis (Estonian pronunciation: [ˈɑlɑr ˈkɑris]; born 26 March 1958) is an Estonian biologist, civil servant and politician. He is the sixth and current President of Estonia since 11 October 2021.[1][2]
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Assumed office
11 October 2021 |
| Prime Minister | Kaja Kallas
Kristen Michal |
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| Preceded by | Kersti Kaljulaid |
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In office
9 April 2018 – 7 September 2021 |
| Preceded by | Tõnis Lukas |
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| Succeeded by | Kertu Saks |
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In office
7 April 2013 – 7 March 2018 |
| Preceded by | Mihkel Oviir |
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| Succeeded by | Janar Holm |
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In office
3 July 2007 – 30 June 2012 |
| Preceded by | Tõnu Lehtsaar (Acting) |
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| Succeeded by | Volli Kalm |
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In office
2003–2007 |
| Preceded by | Henn Elmet |
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| Succeeded by | Mait Klaassen |
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| Born | (1958-03-26) 26 March 1958 (age 67)
Tartu, Estonia |
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| Political party | Independent |
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| Children | 3 |
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| Alma mater | Estonian University of Life Sciences |
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