Sergey Shoygu

Sergey Shoygu

Sergey Kuzhugetovich Shoygu (Russian: Серге́й Кужуге́тович Шойгу́) (born May 21, 1955) is a Russian political figure who was Minister of Emergency Situations from 1994 to 2012. He holds the military rank of General of the Army. He is also the President of the International Sport Federation of Firefighters and Rescuers.

In March 2012, he was announced as one of the potential candidates for the Governor of Moscow Oblast. In April 5, 2012 he was elected as the 3rd Governor of Moscow Oblast, and entered into his office in May 11, 2012. On November 6th, 2012 he was appointed to the Minister of Defence of Russia.

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