The Japanese government is making plans for Emperor Akihito, the Heisei Emperor, to step down about a year and a half from now, when he will be 85 years old.
Japan passes landmark bill for Emperor Akihito to abdicate
President Mugabe of Zimbabwe is the oldest current head of state at 93. Queen Elizabeth, 91, is the second oldest and longest serving head of state.
Emperor plans to retire
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Emperor plans to retire
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Re: Emperor plans to retire
Zimbabwe's Robert Mugabe confined to home as army takes control
If Mugabe is replaced, the Queen becomes the oldest head of state. Not far behind is President Beji Caid Essebsi of Tunisia, who turns 91 on November 29.
If Mugabe is replaced, the Queen becomes the oldest head of state. Not far behind is President Beji Caid Essebsi of Tunisia, who turns 91 on November 29.
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