In a grand ceremony held at the national palace in Kuala Lumpur, Sultan Ibrahim of Johor, hailing from the southern state, ascended to the throne as Malaysia’s new king, pledging his oath to the nation.
Malaysia’s unique rotational monarchy system sees the heads of the nine royal households taking turns to occupy the throne every five years, a tradition that ensures a harmonious balance of power and respect among the states.
At the age of 65, Sultan Ibrahim succeeds Al-Sultan Abdullah of Pahang, who returns to govern his home state after completing his five-year term as the nation’s monarch.
The newly crowned king, renowned for his impressive collection of luxury vehicles and motorcycles, boasts an estimated fortune of $5.7 billion, as reported by Bloomberg. His wealth encompasses extensive land holdings in Singapore, alongside diverse investments in sectors ranging from palm oil and real estate to telecommunications, marking him as one of the nation’s most affluent and influential figures.
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