The richest royals in the world is not the most powerful, but they do control resources that even the UK king does not. This may be of interest to you. The successors of ancient dynasties that formerly controlled vast swaths of the world’s economies and territories, these powerful royals have managed to hold their position as the richest royal family in this age of democracy and wealth democratisation.
Among the world’s top five wealthiest royals are these successors of ancient dynasties. The riches of these royal families can be ascribed to their global interests, power, and inherited assets, according to research.
The world’s five richest royals are listed below:
Thailand’s monarch, Maha Vajiralongkorn
The only son of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, Maha Vajiralongkorn was anointed prince in 1972 and became King of Thailand in 2016 following his father’s death.
He is thought to be the wealthiest royal family in the world, with an estimated net worth of $34 billion. The Thai royal family has accumulated these resources and fortune over many centuries.
King Vajiralongkorn also inherited a considerable real estate property, a sizeable financial portfolio, and other economic ventures. The Crown Property Bureau, a private organisation, is in charge of overseeing the royal family’s financial affairs.
Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the ruler of Abu Dhabi and president of the United Arab Emirates
After his brother, Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, passed away in 2022, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan became the third president of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the second richest prince in the world, and the ruler of Abu Dhabi.
His estimated $30 billion net worth is a result of his substantial holdings in numerous foreign businesses, the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national airline, the Burj Khalifa, the tallest structure in the world, and First Abu Dhabi Bank.
Hassanal Bolkiah, Sultan of Brunei
With an estimated net worth of $28 billion, Hassanal Bolkiah, the Sultan of Brunei since 1967, is the third richest royal in the world.
Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, King of Saudi Arabia
Following the passing of his half-brother, King Abdullah, in 2015, Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud was named King of Saudi Arabia. He is the leader of the House of Saud and is thought to be worth $18 billion.
His fortune is largely derived from investments in a variety of industries, including banking, telecommunications, and real estate, as well as the enormous oil business that is governed by the Saudi government. He has served as the Minister of Defence and the Governor of the Province of Riyadh. He is receiving treatment for pulmonary irritation, nevertheless, at the moment.
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and the ruler of Dubai
Following the passing of his brother, Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, in 2006, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum assumed the roles of Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates, in addition to being the heir apparent ruler of Dubai.
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is the fifth richest monarch in the world with an estimated net worth of $14 billion, which he has amassed through investments in businesses such as Emirates Airlines, the Dubai World conglomerate, and Dubai Holding, which includes hotels, media companies, and business parks. He is credited with turning Dubai into a significant global hub for trade, banking, and tourism.
