10 Powerful Leaders In The World And Their Net Worth- See Who Is The Richest!

10 Powerful Leaders In The World And Their Net Worth: In today’s world, some politicians are not just powerful but also very rich. Their decisions affect millions of lives, and many of them have earned huge wealth through business, family assets, or investments. One of the richest politicians is Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, who is rumoured to have a net worth of around $200 billion, though it's not officially confirmed. Donald Trump, the US President, is also on the list with a real-time net worth of $5.2 billion as per the Forbes report, due to his real estate empire. 

Chinese President Xi Jinping, though powerful, has a modest salary compared to others, earning about $18,721 per year. India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, is known for his simple lifestyle, with a net worth of around ₹3 crore (approx. $360,000). Canadian PM Mark Carney, French President Emmanuel Macron, and the UK’s current prime minister, Keir Starmer, also have significant wealth. These politicians come from different parts of the world, but they all hold a strong influence in global politics. Their net worth often shows how political power and wealth can go hand in hand, though not always equally.

Here is the list of 10 powerful world leaders and their net worth or salary as per the country's law, you must know. 

1. Vladimir Putin (Russia)

Russian President Vladimir Putin is rumoured to control an enormous net worth of up to $200 billion (Rs 1 66, 000 crore) in 2017, according to Forbes. His immense influence over Russia's politics, military, and economy is widely recognised worldwide.

2. Donald Trump (USA)

Donald Trump, former and current U.S. President, has an estimated net worth of $5.1 billion (Rs 42,740 crore) per Forbes. He earns from real estate, media ventures and crypto projects. Trump's global influence comes from his political base and ongoing presence in international affairs.

3. Xi Jinping (China)

Chinese President Xi Jinping officially earns 136,620 Chinese Yuan per year ($19,700 or ₹16.3 lakh). However, his real power far exceeds his official salary. Xi leads the world’s most populous nation and its ruling Communist Party, with global economic and political sway.

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4. Benjamin Netanyahu (Israel)

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has an estimated net worth of $13 million (Rs108 crore) as per celebrity net worth. However, as prime minister, Netanyahu receives a salary of $1,70,000 per annum. With multiple terms in power, he remains one of the most influential figures shaping Middle East politics, especially during conflicts.

5. Kim Jong Un (North Korea)

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is estimated to be worth about $5 billion ( Rs 41,500 crore) according to celebritynetworth.com. He wields near-absolute control over his country's military, economy, and nuclear program within a strict authoritarian regime.

6. Keir Starmer (United Kingdom) 

UK PM Starmer’s official salary is £172,153 (Rs 1.68 crore). As Prime Minister, he leads the UK’s major governing party and policy direction. Well, before becoming PM, Keir was a Labour MP in 2021 and 2022, and his salary at that time was £76,961, so it also added to his wealth. 

7. Emmanuel Macron (France)

French President Emmanuel Macron earns about €21,131/month (Rs 18.4 lakh/month), equivalent to roughly €254,000/year (Rs 2.3 crore). As a major European and global leader, he has a strong influence in economics, climate policy, and international diplomacy.

8. Mark Carney (Canada)

Former Bank of England Governor and current prime minister of Canada, Mark Carney, now a prominent economist, has a net worth of $5–6 million ( Rs 41–50 crore). As a Canadian PM, Mark Carney receives 209,800 CA$, which is Rs 12. 81 lakh per month as per the report by the parliament of Vanda, BDP. Parl.ca.

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9. Shigeru Ishiba (Japan)

Japanese current prime minister Shigeru Ishiba earns about $257,597/year (Rs 2.14 crore) as PM. A respected former defence minister, and now as PM, he remains influential in Japan's defence and regional security policies.

10. Narendra Modi (India)

India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, earns ₹1.66 lakh/month (Rs 20 lakh/year). Though modest in personal wealth, he commands enormous political power in the world's largest democracy and influences global and regional politics.