Ilir Meta vs Sellapan Ramanathan

Meta was elected President by parliament, serving until 2022. His presidency was marked by frequent clashes with Prime Minister Edi Rama, leading to political instability.

Meta opposed Rama's judicial reform, vetoing laws and calling for a referendum. This led to a constitutional crisis and protests, with the EU mediating the dispute.

Meta was impeached by the Albanian parliament for allegedly violating the constitution by interfering in elections. The Constitutional Court later dismissed the impeachment, but the process deepened political divisions.

Meta's term ended in 2022, and he was succeeded by Bajram Begaj. His presidency was one of the most contentious in Albanian history, marked by constant conflict with the government.

Nathan served as Director of the Internal Security Department (ISD) from 1966 to 1971. He oversaw security operations during Singapore's early years, including the handling of communist threats.

Nathan served as Singapore's High Commissioner to Malaysia from 1988 to 1990. He played a key role in managing bilateral relations during a period of tension over water and territorial issues.

Sellapan Ramanathan (S. R. Nathan) was elected as the sixth President of Singapore in September 1999. He won a by-election after Ong Teng Cheong's resignation and served two terms until 2011.

Nathan was re-elected as President in 2005 without a contest, as no other candidate qualified. He served a second term until 2011, focusing on social cohesion and charitable causes.