Malaysia practices a unique form of monarchy, where the country’s nine sultans alternate to assume the position of king every 5 years
Last updated: Wednesday 20 Rajab 1445 AH – January 31, 2024 KSA 08:04 – GMT 05:04
Publication date: Wednesday 20 Rajab 1445 AH – January 31, 2024 KSA 06:53 – GMT 03:53
Source: Al-Hadath.net
Malaysia has installed Sultan Ibrahim, from the southern state of Johor, as the country’s new king after he was sworn in on Wednesday.
Sultan Ibrahim (65 years old) will succeed Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah, who returns to lead the state of Pahang, his birthplace, after completing his five-year rule.
The former king of Malaysia, Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah, has a unique royal appearance
Malaysia practices a unique form of monarchy, where the country’s nine sultans alternate to assume the position of king every five years.
The system of government in Malaysia is a constitutional monarchy, but with a unique arrangement, as the throne is rotated by the rulers of the nine states of Malaysia, which have been headed for centuries by sultans from the Muslim royal family.
The Royal Palace in the Malaysian capital – Reuters. Frankly and with a strong personality
While the king is seen as above politics, Sultan Ibrahim was known for his outspokenness and strong personality, and often weighed in on political issues in Malaysia.
Sultan Ibrahim, known for his large collection of luxury cars and motorcycles, has wide-ranging business interests, from real estate to mining, including a stake in Forest City, a $100 billion real estate project off Johor state.
Sultan Ibrahim was elected the 17th King of Malaysia following a conference of state rulers held in the capital, Kuala Lumpur.
This system has been in effect in Malaysia since its independence from Britain in 1957. The outgoing king, Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah, assumed the throne in 2019.
The king enjoys great prestige in Malaysia, especially among the Muslim majority in the country. Any criticism seen as incitement to contempt of the king could lead to imprisonment.
