It will interest you to know that the richest royal family in the world are not the most influential, yet they control resources that even the king of the United Kingdom (UK) does not.
These influential royals are the descendants of ancient dynasties that once dominated expansive territories and economies in the world, and still maintained their status as the world's richest royal families in this era of democracy and wealth democratization.
These descendants of ancient dynasties have managed to remain among the top 5 richest royals in the world.
According to findings, the wealth of these royal families can be attributed to their inherited assets, influence, and investments all over the world.
Here are the 5 richest royals in the world.
Maha Vajiralongkorn, King of Thailand
The King of Thailand, Maha Vajiralongkorn was crowned in 2016 after the death of his father, King Bhumibol Adulyadej, and as the only son of the late king, he was crowned prince back in 1972.
With an estimated net worth of $34 billion, he is regarded as the richest royal family in the world. This wealth and resources have been amassed over generations by the Thai royal family.
In addition, King Vajiralongkorn inherited a sizable financial portfolio, a substantial real estate holding, and other business interests. A private entity called the Crown Property Bureau is responsible for managing the royal family's financial interests.
President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is the second richest royal in the world, the third President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and the Ruler of Abu Dhabi after succeeding his brother, Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who died in 2022.
He has an estimated net worth of $30 billion, which is attributed to the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, First Abu Dhabi Bank, and his significant stakes in various international companies.
Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah
Hassanal Bolkiah has been in power as the Sultan of Brunei since 1967, and he is the third richest royal in the world with an estimated net worth of $28 billion.
His wealth is derived from Brunei's oil and gas reserves.
King of Saudi Arabia, Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud
Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud was crowned the King of Saudi Arabia after the death of his half-brother, King Abdullah, in 2015. He has an estimated net worth of $18 billion, and he is the head of the House of Saud.
A significant portion of his wealth stems from the vast oil industry controlled by the Saudi government and investment in diverse sectors such as real estate, banking, and telecommunications.
He was once the Governor of Riyadh Province and Minister of Defense. However, he is currently undergoing treatment for lung inflammation.
Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum became the Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates, as well as the hereditary Ruler of Dubai, after the death of his brother, Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum in 2006.
With an approximate net worth of $14 billion, derived from investments in companies like Emirates Airlines, the Dubai World conglomerate, and Dubai Holding, which consists of hotels, media companies, and business parks, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is the fifth richest ruler in the world.
He is known for developing Dubai into a major international attraction centre for banking, tourism, and trade.
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