Thursday, June 18, 2026

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World’s wealthiest leaders in 2025

The world’s richest presidents in 2025

By Sandra Simon

 

Wealth and power often go hand in hand, and some of the world’s presidents are known to exude riches.

Based on the latest reports, here is the ranking of the five richest sitting presidents:

1. Vladimir Putin

Vladimir Putin

The President of Russia has an estimated net worth of over $70 billion; his wealth stems from control over state-owned energy giants.

He is said to have owned numerous properties for over two decades in power.

2. Muhammed bin zayed Al Nahyan

Muhammed bin zayed Al Nahyan

Muhammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the leader of the United Arab Emirates, is reportedly worth $30 billion.

His wealth comes from a diverse portfolio of assets like the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, Etihad Airways, various international industrial companies and Emirates Global Aluminium.

He also invests heavily in technology, education and energy.

3. Alexander Lukashenko

Alexander Lukashenko

The President of Belarus and Europe’s longest-serving leader has an estimated net worth of $10 billion.

His fortune is said to be linked to state enterprises in energy, manufacturing and primarily agriculture.

4. Kim Jong Un

Kim Jong Un

Kim Jong Un, the President of North Korea, reportedly has an estimated net worth of over $ 5billion amid the issue of underdevelopment and poverty in the country.

His family is said to be in control of the nation’s assets.

5. Donald Trump

Donald Trump

America’s President has a net worth of over $7 billion.
His wealth exploded in 2025, making him the richest president the United States has ever had.