Premier of the Soviet Union

The Premier of the Soviet Union (Russian: Глава Правительства СССР) was the head of government of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR). Twelve individuals held the post. Among the most known are Vladimir Lenin and Joseph Stalin.

Not to be confused with Presidium of the Supreme Soviet or President of the Soviet Union.
Premier of the Soviet Union
Глава Правительства СССР (Russian)
State Emblem of the Soviet Union
Longest serving
Alexei Kosygin
15 October 1964 – 23 October 1980
StyleMr. Premier
(informal)
His Excellency
(diplomatic)
TypeHead of government
Reports toSupreme Soviet
ResidenceKremlin Senate, Moscow
AppointerSupreme Soviet
Formation6 July 1923 (1923-07-06)
First holderVladimir Lenin
Final holderIvan Silayev
Abolished26 December 1991 (1991-12-26)
SuccessionPrime Minister of Russia
DeputyFirst Deputy Premier
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