APEC 2024: This is the ‘Flying Palace’, the luxurious and huge plane in which the Sultan of Brunei reached Peru

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum (APEC) is taking place in Peru, a large-scale event that has captured the attention of a sector of the Peruvian population. Since then many foreigners have also focused their attention on the country Lemon It has become the forum where presidents and representatives of the world’s major economies meet with the aim of addressing the economic and social challenges facing the participating countries.

Although these topics arouse the interest of a segment of the population, their real impact APEC revolves around The meetings that the President of the Republic, Dina Boluat, will hold with the heads of state of different countries. It also includes all the material and protocols related to the arrival of the presidents, a display that attracted the attention of more than one Peruvian.

As it is known, leaders and political leaders of the world’s major economies will use their official aircraft to reach Peru. Each arrival will be broadcast by the media, creating great anticipation among the population. In a few days, There will be an impressive display of luxury and highly sophisticated aircraftEach of which highlights the prosperity and prestige of international leaders.

The first leader to visit the country was Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, who made his first state visit to an American nation. His arrival did not go unnoticed, as he descended from a magnificent and monumental aircraft.

according to the magazine forbesEmperor Haji Hassanal Bolkiah’s wealth is worth approx. 20 billion dollarsThis figure is reflected in the magnificent plane with which he arrived in Peru on Monday, November 11, a plane that attracted the attention of more than one spectator.

Around noon, the grand plane of the Sultan of Brunei, a boeing 747-430 Surname ‘flying castleDue to its luxury and distinctive details, it landed in Air Group No. 8. After that, the boarding ladder was installed so that the emperor could descend.

Despite not wearing ostentatious attire, the Sultan’s arrival was surprising due to the lavish aircraft in which he landed. It is estimated that the price of this special aircraft is 220 million dollars. Its interior, designed with utmost luxury, sparkles with gold details.

The private plane of the Sultan of Brunei features a high-end kitchen designed so that the Michelin-starred chef, who often accompanies him on his travels, can prepare exquisite dishes for both him and his entourage.

It should be noted that Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Invested more than 100 million dollars in the customization of its aircraft alone

Converting it into an aerial palace that reflects its opulence and the high level of comfort that it demands.

Web portal Expansion He also mentioned the jet. “(…) A private jet with faucets and a gold sink. And for this the Sultan of Brunei, a classic on the Forbes list, and his decades of prosperity are unmatched. His Boeing 747 is already a few years old and a little worn out, but it is still the ultimate expression of ostentation,” the publication writes.

Finally, the ‘Flying Palace’ is a wide-body aircraft, specially designed for long distance flights. Manufactured by aerospace giant Boeing – one of the world’s leading manufacturers along with Airbus –This model is distinguished by its four jet engines, which allow it to fly long distances without stopping. Its advanced engineering and luxury features make it one of the most exclusive choices for high-end flights.

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North of the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia Brunei Darussalam (its official name)Which is on the border of South China Sea and Malaysia. Its capital, Bandar Seri Begawan, is the center of a sultanate that covers 5,765 km² and had 452,524 inhabitants in 2023.

Initially it was a state associated with empires Srivijaya and MajapahitAnd in the 14th century it transformed into a sultanate under Muhammad Shah. During the reign of Sultan Bolkiah, it reached its peak. After being a British protectorate and experiencing Japanese occupation, gained independence in 1984,

The Sultan of Brunei is renowned for his extravagant lifestyle, which is reflected in his countless luxury properties. Prominent among these are New York’s historic Palace Hotel and a collection of thousands of sports cars. Its official residence, the grand Istana Nurul Iman Palace, is larger in size than Vatican City and has more than 1,800 rooms, about 290 bathrooms, a gold vault, and a banquet hall with a capacity of thousands of guests.

One of his most symbolic celebrations, on his 50th birthday, Sultan left no stone unturned when hiring Michael Jackson for a private concert At the newly opened Jerudong Park Amphitheater in Brunei. The event, which cost the sum of one million dollars, is just one example of the luxury surrounding one of the world’s wealthiest monarchs.

In Brunei, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah focuses his functions on a series of tasks, which contrasts with the Peruvian reality, where power is distributed among different officials and ministries. In the Peruvian context, the figure of the President is accompanied by a ministerial structure that distributes responsibilities in areas such as defense, economy and culture, ensuring that each function has a particular leader.

However, Bolkiah simultaneously holds the positions of Prime Minister, Defense Minister, Finance Minister and Leader of Islamic religion in his countryThis centralized approach allows him to influence the political, economic, and religious life of his small nation.