Arthur Chung

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Raymond Arthur Chung (鍾亞瑟, pinyin: Zhōng Yàsè;^{[citation needed]} born January 10, 1918) was president of Guyana from 1970 to 1980. He was the first ethnic Chinese (Hakka) president in a non-Asian country. During his time as president, the office was that of a ceremonial head of state, with real power in the hands of Prime Minister Forbes Burnham.

Preceded by none

President of Guyana March 17, 1970–October 6, 1980

Succeeded by Forbes Burnham

v • d • e Presidents of Guyana Edward Victor Luckhoo (acting) • Arthur Chung • Forbes Burnham • Desmond Hoyte • Cheddi Jagan • Sam Hinds • Janet Jagan • Bharrat Jagdeo