Oscar Temaru

Oscar Temaru, born on November first, nineteen forty-four, is a prominent Tahitian politician known for his enduring influence in the political landscape of French Polynesia. His career is marked by his tenure as the president of this overseas collectivity of France, a role he has held on five separate occasions, showcasing his significant impact on local governance.

Temaru first assumed the presidency in two thousand four, and his leadership continued through various terms, including from two thousand five to two thousand six, two thousand seven to two thousand eight, again in two thousand nine, and finally from two thousand eleven to two thousand thirteen. His repeated elections to this high office reflect his popularity and the trust placed in him by the electorate.

In addition to his presidential roles, Temaru has served as the mayor of Faʻaʻā since nineteen eighty-three, further solidifying his status as a permanent fixture in Tahitian politics. His long-standing commitment to public service has made him a key figure in the region's political history.