Arthur Chung
Raymond Arthur Chung (鍾亞瑟, pinyin: Zhōng Yàsè; born January
10, 1918) was president of Guyana from 1970 to 1980. He was the first ethnic Chinese president in a non-Asian country. During his time as president, the office was that of a ceremonial head of state, with real power in
the hands of Prime Minister Forbes Burnham.
| Preceded by none |
President of
Guyana March 17, 1970–October 6, 1980 |
Succeeded by Forbes Burnham |
| Presidents of Guyana | |
|---|---|
| Edward Victor Luckhoo (acting) • Arthur Chung • Forbes Burnham • Desmond Hoyte • Cheddi Jagan • Sam Hinds • Janet Jagan • Bharrat Jagdeo | |
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