World's Most Powerful People: Vladimir Putin
Profile
- Residence: Moscow, Russia
- Country of Citizenship: Russia
- Education: Doctor of Jurisprudence, Saint Petersburg State University
- Marital Status: Married
This year's snapshot of power puts the Russian President on top. Putin
has solidified his control over Russia and anyone watching the chess
match over Syria has a clear idea of the shift in the power towards
Putin on the global stage. The ex-KGB strongman--who controls a
nuclear-tipped army, a permanent seat on the UN Security Council and
some of the world's largest oil and gas reserves--is allowed to serve another six-year term, which could keep him in office until 2024.
