15 Richest Countries in the World by Natural Resources

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8. Australia

Metal & ore reserves: $1.5 trillion
Timber reserves: $5.3 trillion

Total worth of natural resources: $21,488

14.3% of world’s gold production comes from Australia. If you think that’s a lot, the country also supplies more than 40% of uranium to the global markets. Add offshore natural gas, coal, and timber, and it quickly becomes apparent why Australia is among Richest Countries in The World by Natural Resources.

Richest Countries in the World by Natural Resources

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