Serzh Sargsyan is an Armenian politician who served as the President of Armenia from 2008 to 2018. He was a member of the Republican Party of Armenia and held various government positions before becoming president, including Minister of Defense. Sargsyan played a significant role in the country's political landscape following the 2003 presidential election. During his presidency, Sargsyan focused on economic reforms and improving relations with neighboring countries. However, his tenure was also marked by political unrest and protests against his government. In 2018, he resigned amid widespread demonstrations, leading to a change in leadership in Armenia.