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Meet Malaysia's Billionaire Sultan Turned King with a Private Army and Fleet of Luxury Cars

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Discover the billionaire Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, Malaysia's new king with a unique wealth and power profile! ๐Ÿš—๐Ÿ’ฐ

Malaysia welcomed a new king, Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, in a grand ceremony that highlighted the unique rotational monarchy system in the country. Known for his wealth and outspoken nature, Sultan Ibrahim now takes on the largely ceremonial role of the country's 17th king, with the prime minister holding the administrative power. With his recent installment, Sultan Ibrahim is set to bring his motorcycle-riding, billionaire persona to the forefront of Malaysian royalty. His reign comes at a crucial time when royal intervention has been essential to address political turbulence in the nation.

Sultan Ibrahim's ascension to the throne signifies a blend of tradition and modernity, as he steps into the role with symbolic importance. The extravagant ceremony and his eccentric lifestyle, including owning a Boeing 737, a private army, over 300 luxury cars, and a collection of jets, set him apart as a king with a unique flair. Additionally, his impact extends beyond ceremonial duties, as his discretionary powers have been employed to maintain stability in Malaysia's political landscape.

In a country where royal families take turns being the constitutional monarch every five years, Sultan Ibrahim's larger-than-life persona adds a new dimension to the monarchy. His substantial wealth and influence, estimated at a staggering $5.7 billion, underscore his significance in Malaysian society. As the nation navigates through challenges, Sultan Ibrahim's rule is expected to bring a blend of opulence, authority, and a touch of flamboyance to the royal scene.

As Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar assumes his new role as Malaysia's 17th king, his reputation as an outspoken billionaire ruler precedes him. With his ownership of a private army, a vast collection of luxury cars, and notable financial wealth, his kingship promises to be a captivating chapter in Malaysian history.

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Malaysia's billionaire Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar sworn in as the new ... (Livemint)

Known as the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong, or He Who is Made Lord, the king plays a largely ceremonial role, as administrative power is vested in the prime minister ...

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Malaysia welcomes new king in unique rotating monarchy (Reuters)

Sultan Ibrahim, the wealthy and outspoken ruler of Malaysia's southern Johor state, was sworn in as the country's new king in a ceremony on Wednesday.

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Malaysia swears in motorbike-riding billionaire as new king under ... (The Guardian)

Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar takes the throne at a time when royal intervention has been needed to deal with political instability.

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Malaysia prepares for 'hands-on' king as Johor Sultan takes the throne (Aljazeera.com)

Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar will be installed as the country's 17th king under a unique rotational monarchy.

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Motorcycle-Riding Sultan Ibrahim Becomes Malaysia's New King (NDTV)

Malaysia installed an outspoken motorcycle-riding king on Wednesday in an elaborate ceremony steeped in centuries of tradition, with the billionaire ...

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Malaysia installs Sultan Ibrahim of Johor state as new king (Hindustan Times)

Monarchy plays ceremonial role in Malaysia, but its influence has grown, prompting king to wield rarely-used discretionary powers to quell political ...

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A Billionaire Sultan Turned King Set to Rule Malaysia: Big Take (Bloomberg)

Johor Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, 65, financed the crown arches on government-owned land both to attract visitors and remind the public that he oversees Malaysia's ...

Xi extends congratulations to Malaysia's new king (Xinhua)

BEIJING, Jan. 31 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping extended on Wednesday his congratulations to Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar on being sworn in as ...

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Billionaire Sultan Ibrahim sworn in as Malaysia's 17th king (Times of India)

In Malaysia's distinctive monarchy system, leadership rotates among the heads of the nation's nine royal families. Although the king's role is predominantly ...

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All You Need To Know About Malaysia's New King Sultan Ibrahim (NDTV)

Sultan Ibrahim, the wealthy and outspoken ruler of Malaysia's southern Johor state, was sworn in as the country's new king in a ceremony on Wednesday.

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Malaysia Installs Outspoken Motorcycle-Riding King (Voice of America)

Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar's new position is largely ceremonial but has in recent years featured heavily in the country's fractured political landscape.

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New King of Malaysia sworn in under country's rotating monarchy ... (Sky News)

Under the nation's unique system, the heads of the nine royal families take turns to be the King, known as the "Yang di-Pertuan Agong" every five years.

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Malaysia's new king owns Boeing 737, private army (Hindustan Times)

King Ibrahim has a fleet of jets, including a gold -and-blue Boeing 737. The new king also has a huge collection of cars and motorcycles. | World News.

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Owner of private army, over 300 luxury cars: Billionaire Sultan ... (WION)

The billionaire sultan who rules Malaysia's Johor state, Ibrahim Iskandar, has been sworn in as the country's new king, on Wednesday (Jan 31) under a unique ...

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300 Cars, Private Army, Jets: Malaysia's New King's Incredible Wealth (NDTV)

At 65, Johor Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar is set to ascend the throne in Malaysia, bringing with him a wealth estimated at a staggering $5.7 billion and an ...

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Students win Dr. King writing contest (Governors State University)

Three Governors State University (GovState) students were recognized during the University's breakfast event, held in observance of the Martin Luther King ...

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NOAA welcomes third Beechcraft King Air to its specialized aircraft ... (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)

The new aircraft, designated N65RF, is configured to support NOAA coastal mapping missions and aerial surveys of damage in communities after events like ...

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Sultan Ibrahim of Johor state installed as Malaysia's 17th king (Reuters)

Malaysia's Sultan Ibrahim from the southern state of Johor was installed as the country's 17th king on Wednesday, taking the oath of office in a ceremony at ...

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Malaysia's new king is a billionaire with a collection of 300 luxury cars (Business Insider)

Malaysian billionaire Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar has been named the country's new king. He's one of the country's richest men and has a private army.

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University Community Reflects on Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin ... (University of New Haven News)

As part of the University's Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. celebration, several Chargers were recognized for embodying the ideals of Dr. King and for their ...

Xi Jinping Sends Message of Congratulation to Malaysia's New King ... (้ฉปๅฐๅบฆไฝฟ้ฆ†)

On January 31, 2024, President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message to Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar on being sworn in as Malaysia's new king.

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