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Local officials, members of the legislative assembly, and politicians who hold supreme power in their countries have managed to amass billions of dollars in fortune. From the monarch and politician in Thailand to New York’s longest-reigning mayor, the list covers every politician from around the world who has garnered large sums in their wallets. Here’s are some of the richest politicians in the world.
Kim Jong-Un
Kim Jong-Un became the supreme leader of North Korea after the death of his father Kim-Jong-Il. The supreme leader is quite popular around the world for being one of the most powerful dictators, known for his quick acceleration of developing the nuclear weapons program in North Korea. As mentioned by Wealth Gorilla, his net worth is an estimated $5 billion.
Imelda Marcos
Imelda Marcos is the politician and ambassador of the Philippines. She was married to former President of the Philippines Ferdinand Marcos until he died in 1989. Marcos has a net worth of $5 billion and is known for her collection of more than a thousand shoes. In 2018, Marcos was convicted of graft and sentenced to 42 years in prison however the politician has never made it to jail.
Silvio Berlusconi
No one could’ve guessed that a man selling vacuum cleaners and residential homes could one day become the Prime Minister of Italy. Silvio Berlusconi served as the longest reining Prime Minister until he resigned in 2011. During the 1970s, Berlusconi has launched Italy’s largest media company called Telemilano which has increased the politician’s net worth to $7.8 billion, as noted by Business Insider.
Zong Qinghou
Known as the King Of Beverages in China, Zong Qinghou is the CEO and Chairman of the Wahaha Group and a member of the National People’s Council in China. Qinghou has been an influential figure in China and has plans to expand his business into different sectors of the industry. His career as a politician and businessman has earned him a $10.8 billion net worth over the years.
Savitri Jindal
A name that remains a powerful voice in India is Savitri Jindal. Jindal took over the operations of the Jindal Steel and Power conglomerate after her husband Om Prakash Jindal passed away in 2005. She serves as a Non-Executive Board Member while her sons run the co-operation. She is a Member of the Legislative Assembly in Haryana has amassed a $13.3 billion net worth.
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah
One of the few last absolute monarchs in the world, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah is the first and incumbent President of Brunei since its Independence from the UK in 1984. He is the politician who began the Sharia Law in Brunei. According to The Richest, he has amassed a $20 billion net worth with his political position in his country.
Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan is a many of many talents. He holds several positions in the office including President of the United Arab Emirates and Emir of Abu Dhabi. A known philanthropist, he controls the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund which has earned him a $23 billion net worth.
Maha Vajiralongkorn
Son of King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Queen Sirikit, Maha Vajiralongkorn became the Crown Prince of Thailand at the mere age of 20. The Prince went to the Royal Military College and trained with the top armed services. At the age of 69, he is reining as the King Of Thailand and has amassed a $30 billion fortune, making him the third richest politician on the list.
Michael Bloomberg
Bloomberg is an American politician and businessman who served as the mayor of New York from 2002 to 2013. Bloomberg is known for his stance towards creating equal work rights however, his mayoral position was controversial. He is also the owner of Bloomberg LP, financial information and news company that has amassed him a $49.8 billion net worth, as stated by Money INC.
Vladimir Putin
Vladimir Putin has had a long career in politics in his country Russia. Putin served as the President for two terms until 2008 and in 2012, he was re-elected as the President and has been serving in the same position since. Putin is the most powerful politician in the world and he is mysterious about his net worth but it is estimated to be more than $70 billion. With so much money, he can practically buy anything he wants.
Some of the other notable politicians include Asif Ali Zardari, Sebastian Piñera, and Wu Yajun. While some enter the political circle as rich businesspeople, some have a rocky beginning before becoming successful. They are great examples of how the right leadership can build a strong position in the world.
Sources: Wealth Gorilla, Business Insider, The Richest, Money INC