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Who are the longest-reigning monarchs in the world? 
Even as Japanese Emperor Akihito abdicates his throne following a three-decade reign, other monarchs have served far longer. Here's a look at the longest-reigning monarchs around the world. 
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August 15, 2015 
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah has ruled over the kingdom of Brunei for more than 51 years. He also ranks as... 
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Brunei's Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah salutes during his 69th birthday celebrations in Bandar Seri Begawan,... 
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah has ruled over the kingdom of Brunei for more than 51 years. He also ranks as one of the wealthiest men in the world, known for living a lavish lifestyle.
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January 14, 2019 
The Sultan of Oman Qaboos bin Said al Said rose to power by overthrowing his father in a palace coup... 
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U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo meets with Sultan of Oman Qaboos bin Said al-Said at the Beit Al... 
The Sultan of Oman Qaboos bin Said al Said rose to power by overthrowing his father in a palace coup in 1970. He is currently the longest serving leader in the Arab world, having ruled Oman for more than 48 years.



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GERMANY
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October 21, 2005 
Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad al-Qasimi has served as Emir of the Emirate of Al-Shariqah (Sharjah) in the... 
Frankfurt, Germany 
Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad al-Qasimi holds a falcon during a presentation at the Frankfurt bookfair 
Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad al-Qasimi has served as Emir of the Emirate of Al-Shariqah (Sharjah) in the United Arab Emirates since 1972. His rule has been continuous apart from a six-day period in 1987 during an attempted coup by his brother.
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October 05, 2016 
King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden ascended the throne following the death of his grandfather in 1973. He... 
Berlin, Germany 
King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden looks on during his visit at the Bellevue presidential palace in Berlin... 
King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden ascended the throne following the death of his grandfather in 1973. He is the longest-reigning monarch in Swedish history, having surpassed the 44-year length of Magnus IV (1319-1355).



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