Since his ascendance to the throne, His Majesty's style of leadership has evolved with the development of the country, but his guiding principle remains, "always to render service by God's guidance."

While increasing demands of state leave little time for leisure pursuits, His Majesty continues to enjoy a number of games, including polo and badminton - he also enjoys piloting aeroplanes and helicopters. In polo, His Majesty played in tournaments in the United Kingdom, Malaysia, Singapore and the Philippines. His Majesty is aware that sport calls for discipline and provides a form of recreation that builds a person mentally and physically.