Discover the journey of Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar as he takes on the role of Malaysia's new king, promising to tackle corruption and more.
Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, the outspoken ruler of Johor, has been sworn in as Malaysia's 17th king at Istana Negara on January 31. The 65-year-old monarch, known as the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong, assumed his new role in a lavish ceremony, succeeding as the country's head of state. With a vision for a new era, Sultan Ibrahim plans to combat corruption and revive the KL-Singapore high-speed rail project during his reign.
Johoreans expressed their admiration for Sultan Ibrahim's leadership and vision, rallying behind him as he stepped into the role of Malaysia's king. His installation marks a unique rotational monarchy in the country, heralding a 'hands-on' king dedicated to serving the nation. Sultan Ibrahim's close ties with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim further highlight his influence in Malaysian politics.
Besides his political responsibilities, Sultan Ibrahim is a prominent figure known for his immense wealth, including over 300 luxury cars and a private army. His family assets amount to a staggering $5.7 billion, placing him among Malaysia's richest individuals. Sultan Ibrahim's distinct persona, which includes riding a motorbike and owning an extensive collection of vehicles, sets him apart as a charismatic and influential leader.
In a congratulatory message, President Xi Jinping praised Sultan Ibrahim on his new role, emphasizing the significance of his swearing-in as Malaysia's new king. Sultan Ibrahim's reign promises to uphold Islamic values and navigate Malaysia through complex political landscapes, earning recognition and respect from leaders across the region.
JOHOR'S ruler Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar was sworn in as Malaysia's new king at Istana Negara on Jan 31, becoming the second ruler from the southern state to ...
The 65-year-old monarch was installed as Malaysia's Yang di-Pertuan Agong in a lavish ceremony at the national palace.
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 ...
Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar salutes a guard of honour, beside Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, at the National Palace in Kuala Lumpur on Jan 31, 2024 ...
JOHOR BARU: Johoreans' resounding gesture of respect and admiration were extended to His Majesty the King of Malaysia today.
Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar will be installed as the country's 17th king under a unique rotational monarchy.
He plans to tackle corruption and revive the KL-Singapore high-speed rail project during his reign. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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 ...
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 ...
Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar is known to share close ties with prime minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar of Johor began his five-year term at the head of Malaysia's unique rotating monarchy on Wednesday, at a time of mounting political ...
SINGAPORE: President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong wrote to Johor ruler Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar on Wednesday (Jan 31) to ...
Nine ethnic Malay state rulers have taken turns as king for 5-year terms under the world's only such system since Malaysia's independence.
PETALING JAYA: Leaders from across the political divide have showered the newly-appointed King of Malaysia, His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim with congratulatory ...
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.
Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, who was crowned king of Malaysia on Wednesday, is among the richest in the country with family assets estimated at $5.7 billion.
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.
Apart from a fleet of jets and an extensive collection of cars, Sultan Ibrahim is also the only ruler of Malaysia with a private army.