Dmitry Medvedev

Dmitry Medvedev served as President of Russia (2008–2012) and as Prime Minister (2012–2020). A close ally of Putin, Medvedev has sometimes promoted modernization reforms, including in technology and civil society, though many view his leadership as part of the same power structure. His legal background and technocratic style shaped key policy areas such as judicial reform and foreign investment. Even after leaving the premiership, he remains influential in the political elite.