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world-news2 years ago•4 min saved

"Malaysia's New King: Billionaire Sultan Ibrahim's Vow to Preserve Islam and Display of Incredible Wealth"

Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, a billionaire investor, has been crowned the new king of Malaysia, with a collection of 300 luxury cars, a private army, and family ties to Hitler. As part of the country's rotating monarchy, he will rule for five years, with parliamentary responsibilities including the ability to appoint a prime minister and pardon convicted individuals. His displays of wealth and candid manner have raised eyebrows, and his family's investments have sparked controversy, with some politicians openly criticizing the royal family's business dealings.

via Business Insider|

#controversy #malaysia #monarchy

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Malaysia's Outspoken Sultan: A Hands-On Monarch with Incredible Wealth"

Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, the billionaire sultan of Malaysia’s Johor state, has been sworn in as the nation’s new king under a unique rotating monarchy system. With an extensive business empire and close ties to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Sultan Ibrahim plans to be a hands-on monarch, focusing on fighting corruption and deepening unity in the country. As the nominal head of the government and armed forces, the king's role is largely ceremonial, but his political influence has grown in recent years. Sultan Ibrahim's high corporate profile and business dealings have raised concerns about possible conflicts of interest, but he has defended his wealth and plans to revive a high-speed rail link project with Singapore.

via The Associated Press|

#malaysia #monarchy #politics