Bashar Al-Assad Net Worth 2024: Age, Height, Weight, Wife, Kids, Bio-Wiki

August 2024 · 5 minute read
Celebrated Name:Bashar Al-Assad
Real Name/Full Name:Bashar Hafez al-Assad
Gender:Male
Age:58 years old
Birth Date:September 11, 1965
Birth Place:Damascus, Damascus, Governorate, Syria
Nationality:Syrian
Height:1.89m
Weight:75kg
Sexual Orientation:Straight
Marital Status:Married
Wife/Spouse (Name):Asma Al-Assad
Children/Kids (Son and Daughter):Yes (Zein Al-Assad, Hafez Al-Assad, and Karim Al-Asad)
Dating/Girlfriend (Name):N/A
Is Bashar Al-Assad Gay?:No
Profession:Politicians
Salary:No
Net Worth in 2024:$2 billion
Last Updated:July 2024

Bashar al-Assad is a Billionaire Syrian politician. He is President of Syria since 2000. The politician is the commander-in-chief of the Syrian Armed Forces and regional secretary of the Arab Socialist Ba’ath Party Branch in Syria. The father of Bashar was President of Syria from 1971 to 2000. He belongs to the Syria Alawite minority. This community plays a vital role in Syrian Politics.

Al-Assad did not want to enter politics, but after the death of his elder brother, he has to enter politics. The politician is the following footprint of his father.

Maybe you know about Bashar Al-Assad very well, but do you know how old and tall is he and what is his net worth in 2024? If you do not know, we have prepared this article about details of Bashar Al-Assad’s short biography-wiki, career, professional life, personal life, today’s net worth, age, height, weight, and more facts. Well, if you’re ready, let’s start.

Early Life & Biography

On September 11, 1965, Hafez was born to Anisa Makhlouf and Hafez Al-Assad. He is the second son of his parents. The politicians had five siblings. His sister died in babyhood, whereas his younger brother died in 2009 due to prolonged illness. He studied in Arab-French al-Hurriya School in Damascus. The President completed his graduation from High School in 1982. In 1988, he completed graduation from medical school.

He starts working at Tishrin Military Hospital as an army doctor. After four years, the politician began his postgraduate training at Western Eye Hospital. In 1994, the elder brother of Bashar died in a car accident, and he called back to the Syrian Army. His father declared him the new heir apparent.

Personal Life

Bashar can speak English and French very well. He married Nee Akhras in December 2000. She is a British citizen of Syrian origin. The first son of the couple was born in 2001 named Hafez Al-Assad. In 2003, their first daughter was born named Zein, whereas, in 2003, their second son Karim was born.  The mother and sister of Bashar left Syria in 2012 and 2013.

Age, Height, and Weight

Being born on September 11, 1965, Bashar Al-Assad is 58 years old as of today’s date 20th July 2024. His height is 1.89m tall, and his weight is 75 kg.

Career

On June 10, 2000, the father of Bashar died. The new rule passed in the Constitution of Syria, which changes the age requirement for the presidency of from 40 to 34. On July 10, 2000, Assad became the President with 99.7% support. After becoming President of the country, he was named the Commander-in-chief of the Syrian Armed Forces and Regional Secretary of Ba’ath Party.

He was chosen as President for seven-year in Syria. According to media, basher is a young- generation Arab Leader. The President ensured people to rectify the corruption in the government and make the country moving towards computer technology, internet, and cell phones.

When the new era of President began, the country’s economy was going through a horrible position. In 1991, they lost support from the Soviet Union after the collapse. In 2001, Syria got modern by installing cell phones, satellite television, trendy restaurants, and internet cafes.  During his first year, Bashar did not keep his promise. He appears unable to manage the systemic changes that will help Syria to move.

The presidents have to face the issue that his father face, which are volatile relationship with Israel, military occupation, Turkey issue, and many more. According to Bashar, he supports militant groups like Hamas, Hezbollah, and Islamic Jihad, but he always denied the reason. In 2000, Syria blamed for involvement in the assassination of Rafik Hariri. In 2011, social media got blocked on sites like YouTube and Facebook. The President, with his wife, hired the United Kingdom and the United States PR Firms and consultants to uplift their image overseas.

The President started working on social media campaigns after the Syrian Civil War. A bounty was given by Al-Nusra Front, Al-Qaeda’s Syrian Affiliate, for killing the President. According to Bashar, ISIS supported by Saudi Arabia.

Awards & Achievements

We did have any details about the awards and achievements of Bashar Al-Assad.

Net Worth & Salary of Bashar Al-Assad in 2024

As of July 2024, The net worth of Bashar Al-Assad is $2 billion. The President has assets in Russia and Hong Kong. According to Peacetime, the President has ownership of 60% to 70% of Syria assets like energy plant and land. The Swiss bank authorities block 50 million Swiss francs of Bashar.

The President criticized for disregarding human rights, economic lapses, and corruption. The Assad family net worth is around $6-12 billion. The family has invested in real estate, natural resources, art, jewelry, and many more.

The President of Syria and the former doctor involved in controversies from time to time.  He is the most influential person in Syria. He tries to make a new Syria from the rubble of War.

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