His Excellency Mr. Samir Zaid Samir Al-Rifai, Samir Al-Rifai Ministerial and Government Positions Held: • Formed his first government from December 14, 2009, to November 22, 2010, serving as the Prime Minister and Minister of Defense. • Formed his second government from November 24, 2010, to February 1, 2011, serving as the Prime Minister and Minister of Defense.