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The current French president, who has been in office since 2017, is a Sagittarius. This sign is typically philosophical and loves freedom. But they can sometimes be blindly optimistic and restless.
Russian President Vladimir Putin is surprisingly a Libra. Though Libras are known for being diplomatic and justice seekers, they also have some negative traits like being self-pitying and holding grudges.
Narendra Modi is the 14th and current prime minister of India (a role he's held since 2014). He's a Virgo, and they are known for being analytical and hard-working, but very critical of others.
President of the People's Republic of China since 2013, Xi Jinping is a Gemini. This air sign is known for being sociable and communicative, but they have the tendency to suddenly get serious.
Another Aquarian leader, Katrín Jakobsdóttir has been serving as prime minister of Iceland since 2017. This air sign is very eccentric and energetic, which makes them quite motivated.
Born under Scorpio, Cyril Ramaphosa has since 2018 served as the fifth democratically-elected president of South Africa. People with this sign have a natural tendency to fight dishonesty.
Mette Frederiksen has been prime minister of Denmark since 2019. This Scorpio leader is the youngest prime minister in Danish history.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is a Pisces. People born with the Sun in this sign are known for being intuitive and compassionate. But they can also be very secretive and aggressive.
The Argentine president belongs to the fire sign Aries. They tend to be very determined and confident, but slightly moody and impatient.
Spain's current prime minister Pedro Sánchez is a Pisces. People born under this sign tend to be compassionate and wise, but they can also easily escape from reality.
Katerina Sakellaropoulou is the current and first female president of Greece, since 2020. As a Gemini, this sign is in constant need of intellectual stimulation.
Aquarian Mark Rutte has been the prime minister of the Netherlands since 2010. People under this sign tend to be visionary and are always ready for changes.
The conservative Viktor Orbán has been prime minister of Hungary since 2010. Born with the Sun in Gemini, this social sign can be very inconsistent and indecisive.
Canada's 23rd and current prime minister Justin Trudeau is a Capricorn. People with this sign tend to be responsible and goal-driven, which are great characteristics for a leader.
German Chancellor since 2021, Olaf Scholz is a Gemini. Expressive and quick-witted, this air sign represents two personalities, and you never know which one you'll get.
Former actor and comedian Volodymyr Zelenskyy is Ukraine's current president, since 2019. Aquarians are known for being progressive and humanitarian, while fighting for causes.
Mia Mottley is the first female prime minister of Barbados. Having occupied her role since 2018, this Libra leader is all about graciousness and diplomacy.
Another Virgo world leader is Tsai Ing-wen, the current president of Taiwan, since 2016. They can be shy, but Virgos are very loyal and practical, especially when it comes to work.
Andrés Manuel López Obrador, also known by his initials AMLO, is Mexico's current president. He's a Scorpio, which means he's very resourceful and dedicated to whatever challenges he might encounter.
The 46th US president is a Scorpio. They tend to be passionate and assertive people with a lot of determination and focus. However, they can suffer from being too secretive and stubborn.
Fumio Kishida has been prime minister of Japan since 2021. People born under this sign are often self-confident and strive to achieve anything they want.
Belgium's prime minister since 2020, Alexander De Croo is also a Scorpio, another popular zodiac sign amongst world leaders. What's more, in politics Scorpios are largely known for their positive traits.
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, known universally as "Lula," is the current Brazilian president and another Scorpio leader. Those with a Scorpio sun sign typically think through their decisions carefully, and stick with them once they're made.
The Supreme Leader of North Korea, Kim Jong Un is a hard-working Capricorn. The shadow side of this sign's traits can include a tendency towards authoritarianism and self-righteousness.
Mohammed bin Salman is the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia and currently serves as the country's deputy prime minister. One of the key leadership qualities of a Virgo is the ability to inspire others with their lofty goals, and Prince Mohammed has been pushing the modernization of the country with a long-term plan called Vision 2030.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was elected in 2022. The co-founder of the far-right party Brothers of Italy, Meloni is known for her anti-LGBTQ policies. Her Capricorn traits can be seen in her tendency towards the traditional and her serious nature.
Sandra Mason became the first-ever President of Barbados in 2021 after the country became a parliamentary republic and removed then-Queen Elizabeth II as its head of state. As a Capricorn, she is practical, determined, and dignified.
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Click through this gallery to find out the zodiac signs of current world leaders. Spoiler alert: you'll be surprised by the amount of Aquarians!
The zodiac signs of current world leaders
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Whether you believe in star signs or not, it can be an interesting way to learn about a person's personality. And if they're famous politicians, it's even more intriguing!
Click through this gallery to find out the zodiac signs of current world leaders. Spoiler alert: you'll be surprised by the amount of Aquarians!