Sultan Abdullah is the current King of Malaysia, having ascended to the throne on January 31, 2019. He is the Sultan of Pahang and was elected as the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong, a unique position in Malaysia's constitutional monarchy where the kingship rotates among the nine Malay state rulers. Born on July 30, 1959, Sultan Abdullah is known for his involvement in sports, particularly in hockey and football. He has also served in various capacities within the Malaysian royal family and has a keen interest in promoting education and social welfare initiatives in the country.