10 Richest Muslim Countries in the World


Brunei:

Brunei is the third richest Muslim country in the world. It has GDP per capita of about 50,506 dollars for 2010 (PPP). The country is rich due its extensive petroleum and natural gas fields. The country’s economy has been dominated by the oil and gas industry for the past 80 years, and the hydrogen resources account for over 90 percent of its exports and more than half of its GDP. The country is the fourth largest oil producer in the region and ninth largest exporter of liquefied natural gas in the world.

United Arab Emirates:

The United Arab Emirates takes the 4th position in the list. UAE banks on its oil and gas for about 25 percent of the GDP which is nearly 48,222 dollars for 2011 (PPP). In the country, petroleum and natural gas exports plays an important role in the economy, especially in Abu Dhabi. A gigantic construction boom and expanding manufacturing base are helping the country diversify its economy.