Uncle Max, I think it's touching how much thought, consideration and absence of judgementalism (I am happy to concede judgementalism might not pass as a word in Scrabble!) you are putting into this.
I think Nathu's suggestion is excellent - how about an outing with just the two of you, capped by dinner somewhere edgy and fashionable like Reithalle, where he will rub elbows with people from lots of different walks of life? He is at the age where he'll want to explore going out on his own anyway, and would (hopefully) be honored to spend a day out with you exploring. Depending on how much initiative and creativity he has, you might even let him choose what to do.
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| There is nothing material this kid needs. I liked the suggestion of 'I am David'; the others I'll investigate, thanks all for your thoughts.
I believe the parents asked my friend to have such a close relationship because they know how detatched he would be from the pointy end of life. The problem is compounded by attending one of Europe's most expensive, privileged schools, hanging out with Sultans and Princes and Magnates kids. Jeesh, what potential but what Dullards!
I won't preach against his background but want to add some grist to the mill. The attention span of wealthy children what's for lunch?
Yes, he has the internets 
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