Which world leaders are paid the most?

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Low salary compared to CEOs​

Being head of state or head of government involves high pressure from the citizens of the country and from outside borders, long tedious working hours, and relatively little salary, at least compared to that of CEOs of large corporations.
 
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Best paid world leaders​

However, some world leaders have a much better salary than others. Here are some of the highest paid world leaders in 2022.
 
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Lee Hsien Loong, Singapore​

Lee Hsien Loong, the prime minister of Singapore, receives the highest compensation compared to any other government leader globally. He earns approximately $1.6 million a year.
 
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One of the least corrupt countries in the world​

The high salaries are meant to discourage corruption among the top ministers and attract the brightest government officials to serve Singaporeans. Perhaps, that’s why Singapore ranks top among the least corrupt countries in the world.
 
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Carrie Lam, Hong Kong​

Carrie Lam, the Chief Executive of Hong Kong, comes second. According to South China Morning Post (SCMP), she earns approximately $672,000 annually.
 
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Pay rise for top government officials​

According to the Chinese newspaper, she achieved this annual salary after the Hong Kong government implemented a proposed 12.4% pay rise for all its heads.
 
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An incentive to recruit highly-qualified people​

The salary increment was considered an incentive to recruit and retain highly-qualified government officials, as well as to cushion the effects of inflation.
 
My guess for No. 3 - either Japan PM or R.O.C. President. :geek:
 
All sorts of taxes in sg is to sustain their million dollar salaries...
 
jw5 said:
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Lee Hsien Loong, Singapore​

Lee Hsien Loong, the prime minister of Singapore, receives the highest compensation compared to any other government leader globally. He earns approximately $1.6 million a year.
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It makes ordinary Singaporeans who struggle to put food on the table, sick.
 
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