The Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah, has a net worth of $30 billion. He became the Sultan at the age of 15, after his father’s abdication in 1967. His immense wealth is primarily derived from Brunei’s vast oil and natural gas reserves, managed through the state-owned Brunei Shell Petroleum.
His fortune is also amplified by strategic global investments, notably through the Brunei Investment Agency, which manages over $70 billion in assets.
In addition to his political power, Bolkiah is known for his extravagant lifestyle, which includes owning an estimated 3,000-6,000 cars, a fleet of private jets, and luxurious properties such as hotels in the Dorchester Collection.
His personal palace is the largest private residence in the world, and he owns a private zoo and a theme park.
Bolkiah has held multiple roles in Brunei, including Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Minister of Finance, and has made significant changes to the country’s policies, including introducing strict religious laws.
His wealth and authority, along with his personal collection of assets, place him among the richest and most powerful monarchs globally.
