Being a world leader isn't merely about having a powerful military arsenal at your disposal or inspiring a generation of youth to become productive members of society.
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Here's how Trump's salary compares to other leaders in countries with the biggest economies
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It's also about the delicate balancing act between progressing one's country and defending the fundamental principles of its social or moral code — and with so much responsibility, you can be sure to expect a democratically elected president or even a monarch to be amply compensated for their services.
Of course, the buck doesn't stop there: After the end of one's term, there's always the lucrative speaking engagement circuit or book deal they could sign on to — Hillary and Bill Clinton reportedly earned over $10 million from mostly speaking fees and royalties in 2015.
Regardless, the base pay for our world leaders isn't something to be scoffed at.
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Here are the paychecks for presidents and prime ministers in the world's biggest economies:
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