When it comes to making millions, being in charge of a country is not a bad place to start.
Presidents and Prime Ministers are often fabulously wealthy, with some making their fortune before taking office - the money coming in handy to smooth the climb up the political ladder.
However when it comes to the world’s richest political leaders, it’s far more common to see their position being used to generate money.
Others simply inherit both power and financial security from parents in non-democratic states - with no need for the inconveniece of an election.
Here are the 10 wealthiest political leaders in the world.
5. Nawaz Sharif
The longest serving Prime Minister in the history of Pakistan, Nawaz Sharif has served three non-consecutive terms - most recently from 2013-2017. Much of his wealth comes from his involvement in the steel construction industry. He's worth around $1.6 billion. | AFP via Getty Images
6. Bashar al-Assad
President of Syria since 2000, Bashar al-Assad inherited the job from his father. His family controls at least 60 per cent of the economy of Syria, meaning he has a net worth of around $1.5 billion. | AFP via Getty Images
7. Behgjet Pacolli
A former president of Kosova, Behgjet Pacolli has also served as deputy prime minister and minister of foreign affairs. He is the majority shareholder of Mabetex Group, a Swiss-based construction and civil engineering company, which is repsonsible for the lion's share of his estimated fortune of $900 million. | AFP via Getty Images
8. Ilham Aliyev
Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev has served in the position since 2003. His family have made most of their cash through supposedly state-owned businesses, including banks, construction firms and telecommunications firms. They also partially own the country's oil and gas industries. It means he has a personal fortune of around $900 million. | Getty Images