Brunei

Country Brunei
Capital Bandar Seri Begawan
Continent Asia
Currency Brunei dollar(BND)
Languages Malay, Brunei Malay, Tutong, Belait, Dusun & Bisaya

Bandar Seri Begawan

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The Sultanate of Brunei's influence peaked between the 15th and 17th centuries when its control extended over coastal areas of northwest Borneo and the southern Philippines. Brunei subsequently entered a period of decline brought on by internal strife over royal succession, colonial expansion of European powers, and piracy. In 1888, Brunei became a British protectorate; independence was achieved in 1984. The same family has ruled Brunei for over six centuries. Brunei benefits from extensive petroleum and natural gas fields, the source of one of the highest per capita GDPs in Asia.

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Brunei - Wikipedia
Brunei - CIA World Fact Book
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Brunei Darussalam - Welcome to the United NationsBrunei Darussalam  Welcome to the United Nations

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Australia, Brunei strengthen defense partnership - Indo-Pacific Defense FORUMAustralia, Brunei strengthen defense partnership  Indo-Pacific Defense FORUM

WTW advises Brunei employers to review health policies amidst new rules - Insurance AsiaWTW advises Brunei employers to review health policies amidst new rules  Insurance Asia

Voices of change: Creating a common vision for addressing obesity in Brunei Darussalam - World Health Organization (WHO)Voices of change: Creating a common vision for addressing obesity in Brunei Darussalam  World Health Organization (WHO)

2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Brunei - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Brunei  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Sultan Hassanal Of Brunei, World's Longest-Reigning Living Monarch - NDTVSultan Hassanal Of Brunei, World's Longest-Reigning Living Monarch  NDTV

Can Brunei Copy the Gulf States and Reform While It Still Has a Chance? - Council on Foreign RelationsCan Brunei Copy the Gulf States and Reform While It Still Has a Chance?  Council on Foreign Relations

Mental health support key in times of crisis, says Brunei Health Minister - The StarMental health support key in times of crisis, says Brunei Health Minister  The Star

AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Indian football team signs off with 6-0 win vs Brunei Darussalam - Olympics.comAFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Indian football team signs off with 6-0 win vs Brunei Darussalam  Olympics.com

Without Social Reform, Brunei’s Economic Transformation Will Fall Short - World Politics ReviewWithout Social Reform, Brunei’s Economic Transformation Will Fall Short  World Politics Review

Applying to university in Brunei: all you need to know - Times Higher EducationApplying to university in Brunei: all you need to know  Times Higher Education

Thailand Unites with ASEAN Countries for a Game-Changing Unified Visa: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, and Vietnam to Benefit! - Travel And Tour WorldThailand Unites with ASEAN Countries for a Game-Changing Unified Visa: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, and Vietnam to Benefit!  Travel And Tour World

Brunei built Southeast Asia’s longest bridge. What does this mean for wildlife? - MongabayBrunei built Southeast Asia’s longest bridge. What does this mean for wildlife?  Mongabay

Parliament of Brunei Darussalam strengthens stakeholder collaboration to advance ASEAN RAI Implementation - Food and Agriculture OrganizationParliament of Brunei Darussalam strengthens stakeholder collaboration to advance ASEAN RAI Implementation  Food and Agriculture Organization

Brunei: All foreign nationals required to have health insurance - wtwco.comBrunei: All foreign nationals required to have health insurance  wtwco.com

Northern Trust Signs MoU with Universiti Brunei Darussalam to Foster Digital and Fintech Talent - Business WireNorthern Trust Signs MoU with Universiti Brunei Darussalam to Foster Digital and Fintech Talent  Business Wire

Sultan of Brunei’s $30 billion fortune powers his collection of 7,000 cars and the world’s largest palace - Times of IndiaSultan of Brunei’s $30 billion fortune powers his collection of 7,000 cars and the world’s largest palace  Times of India

Brunei, Philippines reaffirm defence ties - The StarBrunei, Philippines reaffirm defence ties  The Star

Cambodia And Brunei Commit To Strengthening Tourism Cooperation Through MoU To Boost Visitor Exchanges And Enhance Direct Flights - Travel And Tour WorldCambodia And Brunei Commit To Strengthening Tourism Cooperation Through MoU To Boost Visitor Exchanges And Enhance Direct Flights  Travel And Tour World

Opportunity to participate in the Study UK Fair Brunei 2026 - Opportunities and insight | British CouncilOpportunity to participate in the Study UK Fair Brunei 2026  Opportunities and insight | British Council

PTAS Aker Solutions secures extension of brownfield services contract in Brunei - Aker SolutionsPTAS Aker Solutions secures extension of brownfield services contract in Brunei  Aker Solutions

Is Brunei’s health journey the future of digital health? - The World Economic ForumIs Brunei’s health journey the future of digital health?  The World Economic Forum

Brunei: Government rejects UN Human Rights Council recommendations on civic freedoms - Civicus MonitorBrunei: Government rejects UN Human Rights Council recommendations on civic freedoms  Civicus Monitor

Brunei says sultan 'in good health' after being admitted to Malaysian hospital - ReutersBrunei says sultan 'in good health' after being admitted to Malaysian hospital  Reuters

Xi Jinping Holds Talks with Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah - mfa.gov.cnXi Jinping Holds Talks with Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah  mfa.gov.cn

Teodoro hails Brunei's contribution to Mindanao peace process - Philippine News AgencyTeodoro hails Brunei's contribution to Mindanao peace process  Philippine News Agency

Brunei sultan in KL hospital for 'fatigue' - France 24Brunei sultan in KL hospital for 'fatigue'  France 24

Eid 2025 moon sighting: Brunei confirms the date for first day of Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesEid 2025 moon sighting: Brunei confirms the date for first day of Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Brunei, Malaysia strengthen transport cooperation - The StarBrunei, Malaysia strengthen transport cooperation  The Star

UNESCO regional support strategy for Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia - unesco.orgUNESCO regional support strategy for Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia  unesco.org

Official Meeting at the High Commission of Brunei Darussalam. – Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Kuala Lumpur - ????? ???????? ????????Official Meeting at the High Commission of Brunei Darussalam. – Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Kuala Lumpur  ????? ???????? ????????

Brunei edged out by Yemen in qualifier match - Borneo BulletinBrunei edged out by Yemen in qualifier match  Borneo Bulletin

Qualifiers - Group H: Brunei Darussalam 0-10 Bahrain; India 1-2 Qatar - AFC websiteQualifiers - Group H: Brunei Darussalam 0-10 Bahrain; India 1-2 Qatar  AFC website

Brunei: UN Human Rights Council calls on government to repeal and review restrictive laws - Civicus MonitorBrunei: UN Human Rights Council calls on government to repeal and review restrictive laws  Civicus Monitor

Brunei Darussalam Maintains Strong Growth and Stability Amid Global Uncertainty - ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research OfficeBrunei Darussalam Maintains Strong Growth and Stability Amid Global Uncertainty  ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office

Qualifiers - Group B: Korea Republic 2-0 Bahrain; Thailand 15-1 Brunei Darussalam - AFC websiteQualifiers - Group B: Korea Republic 2-0 Bahrain; Thailand 15-1 Brunei Darussalam  AFC website

Meet The Sultan Of Brunei Who Owns 600 Rolls Royce Car - Times NowMeet The Sultan Of Brunei Who Owns 600 Rolls Royce Car  Times Now

Brunei: all foreign citizens must have private health insurance - Insurance AsiaBrunei: all foreign citizens must have private health insurance  Insurance Asia

Brunei ruler returns home after hospital admission in Malaysia - ReutersBrunei ruler returns home after hospital admission in Malaysia  Reuters

Non-resident EU Ambassador Denis Chaibi presents his credentials to the Sultan of Brunei Darussalam - EEASNon-resident EU Ambassador Denis Chaibi presents his credentials to the Sultan of Brunei Darussalam  EEAS

India ransack Brunei in U17 Asian qualifiers opener - AIFFIndia ransack Brunei in U17 Asian qualifiers opener  AIFF

Brunei ruler discharged from hospital, resting in Malaysia - ReutersBrunei ruler discharged from hospital, resting in Malaysia  Reuters

Royal Brunei Airlines Embarks on New Journey with AirAsia MOVE - AirAsia NewsroomRoyal Brunei Airlines Embarks on New Journey with AirAsia MOVE  AirAsia Newsroom

Brunei welcomes progress towards Gaza ceasefire - Borneo BulletinBrunei welcomes progress towards Gaza ceasefire  Borneo Bulletin

China vessels join forces for Brunei pipeline work - Upstream OnlineChina vessels join forces for Brunei pipeline work  Upstream Online

Brunei: Britain’s Neo-Colonial Oil Hub Near China - Progressive InternationalBrunei: Britain’s Neo-Colonial Oil Hub Near China  Progressive International

Business sentiment in Brunei remains steady in August 2025 - Borneo BulletinBusiness sentiment in Brunei remains steady in August 2025  Borneo Bulletin

Brunei Industrial Parks: Tax, Trade, and Investment Guide - ASEAN BriefingBrunei Industrial Parks: Tax, Trade, and Investment Guide  ASEAN Briefing

EXCLUSIVE: Touring the Brunei Royal Family Car Collection | Capturing Car Culture - HagertyEXCLUSIVE: Touring the Brunei Royal Family Car Collection | Capturing Car Culture  Hagerty

Jersey player in the running for acreage offshore Brunei - Offshore-Energy.bizJersey player in the running for acreage offshore Brunei  Offshore-Energy.biz

Brunei’s sultan released from Malaysian hospital - AP NewsBrunei’s sultan released from Malaysian hospital  AP News

Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) Market Demand Mapping in Brunei Darussalam - ASEAN Centre for EnergyRenewable Energy Certificate (REC) Market Demand Mapping in Brunei Darussalam  ASEAN Centre for Energy

EnQuest takes first dip as operator offshore Brunei - Offshore MagazineEnQuest takes first dip as operator offshore Brunei  Offshore Magazine

Glowing gains for Brunei despite diversification growing pains - East Asia ForumGlowing gains for Brunei despite diversification growing pains  East Asia Forum

Brunei implements visa-free entry for Chinese citizens - XinhuaBrunei implements visa-free entry for Chinese citizens  Xinhua

Drone show to light up Brunei sky - Borneo BulletinDrone show to light up Brunei sky  Borneo Bulletin

Brunei sees tourism boost from growing Chinese market - The StarBrunei sees tourism boost from growing Chinese market  The Star

Brunei ruler in stable condition in hospital, Malaysia PM's office says - ReutersBrunei ruler in stable condition in hospital, Malaysia PM's office says  Reuters

Malaysian man sentenced for possession of shotgun shells in Brunei - The StarMalaysian man sentenced for possession of shotgun shells in Brunei  The Star

Qualifiers - Group B: Brunei Darussalam 0-3 Korea Republic; Bahrain 0-4 Thailand - AFC websiteQualifiers - Group B: Brunei Darussalam 0-3 Korea Republic; Bahrain 0-4 Thailand  AFC website

Brunei’s 78-year-old sultan hospitalised in Malaysia - South China Morning PostBrunei’s 78-year-old sultan hospitalised in Malaysia  South China Morning Post

PH Embassy Hosts Bangsamoro TESD Delegation on Learning Mission to Brunei - Department of Foreign AffairsPH Embassy Hosts Bangsamoro TESD Delegation on Learning Mission to Brunei  Department of Foreign Affairs

Brunei aims for home advantage against Yemen - Borneo BulletinBrunei aims for home advantage against Yemen  Borneo Bulletin

Digital 2025: Brunei Darussalam - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: Brunei Darussalam  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

Brunei built Southeast Asia’s longest bridge — what does this mean for wildlife? - ReccessaryBrunei built Southeast Asia’s longest bridge — what does this mean for wildlife?  Reccessary

New Brunei banknotes in 2026 will standardise the use of “Brunei Dollars”, replacing the term “Ringgit” - The StarNew Brunei banknotes in 2026 will standardise the use of “Brunei Dollars”, replacing the term “Ringgit”  The Star

Xi holds talks with Brunei's Sultan - XinhuaXi holds talks with Brunei's Sultan  Xinhua

Worst Country to Invest in Asia? It’s Brunei - InvestAsianWorst Country to Invest in Asia? It’s Brunei  InvestAsian

Brunei Darussalam Central Bank and Monetary Authority of Singapore Reaffirm Bilateral Cooperation - mas.gov.sgBrunei Darussalam Central Bank and Monetary Authority of Singapore Reaffirm Bilateral Cooperation  mas.gov.sg

My Paradise: Brunei: Tiny Asian nation of big promises - Stripes OkinawaMy Paradise: Brunei: Tiny Asian nation of big promises  Stripes Okinawa

UNDP Regional Director Visits Brunei to Strengthen Strategic Partnership - UNDPUNDP Regional Director Visits Brunei to Strengthen Strategic Partnership  UNDP

Brunei unveils first licensing round for more than a decade - Upstream OnlineBrunei unveils first licensing round for more than a decade  Upstream Online

Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers remarks at Opening Session of the Regional Workshop on Climate Change, in Brunei Darussalam - ASEAN Main PortalSecretary-General of ASEAN delivers remarks at Opening Session of the Regional Workshop on Climate Change, in Brunei Darussalam  ASEAN Main Portal

Brunei must refine and regionalise its economic approaches - East Asia ForumBrunei must refine and regionalise its economic approaches  East Asia Forum

Brunei, UK judicial leaders discuss mutual cooperation - Borneo BulletinBrunei, UK judicial leaders discuss mutual cooperation  Borneo Bulletin

Shell taps Asian duo for ‘first major’ decom project offshore Brunei - Offshore-Energy.bizShell taps Asian duo for ‘first major’ decom project offshore Brunei  Offshore-Energy.biz

High Commissioner to Brunei - Australian Minister for Foreign AffairsHigh Commissioner to Brunei  Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs

Brunei cultural tourism visitors increase 70 percent in 2024 - XinhuaBrunei cultural tourism visitors increase 70 percent in 2024  Xinhua

Universiti Brunei Darussalam Semester Exchange Spring 2026 - Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS)Universiti Brunei Darussalam Semester Exchange Spring 2026  Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS)

Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Meets Dato Nazmi,Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports - mfa.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Meets Dato Nazmi,Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports  mfa.gov.cn

EnQuest makes Brunei debut and plans to exploit historical discoveries - Upstream OnlineEnQuest makes Brunei debut and plans to exploit historical discoveries  Upstream Online

Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Visits Chung Hwa School, Labi and Attends the Ramadhan Donation Ceremony_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Visits Chung Hwa School, Labi and Attends the Ramadhan Donation Ceremony_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Meets with Ang Kian Guan, President-elect of Brunei-China One Belt One Road Association_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - mfa.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Meets with Ang Kian Guan, President-elect of Brunei-China One Belt One Road Association_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  mfa.gov.cn

Brunei grants Taiwanese travelers visa-free entry - Focus TaiwanBrunei grants Taiwanese travelers visa-free entry  Focus Taiwan

Secretary-General of ASEAN receives Ambassador of Japan to Brunei Darussalam - ASEAN Main PortalSecretary-General of ASEAN receives Ambassador of Japan to Brunei Darussalam  ASEAN Main Portal

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Meets Second Foreign Minister of Brunei Darussalam - ????? ???????? ???????Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Meets Second Foreign Minister of Brunei Darussalam  ????? ???????? ???????

Chinese premier meets with Sultan of Brunei - English.gov.cnChinese premier meets with Sultan of Brunei  English.gov.cn

Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Has Friendly Exchanges with Taiwan Graduates Association of Brunei_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - mfa.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Has Friendly Exchanges with Taiwan Graduates Association of Brunei_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  mfa.gov.cn

Cybersecurity in Brunei: Building Resilience against Threats - East-West CenterCybersecurity in Brunei: Building Resilience against Threats  East-West Center

Maritime rivals China and Brunei vow oil and gas cooperation in disputed waters - South China Morning PostMaritime rivals China and Brunei vow oil and gas cooperation in disputed waters  South China Morning Post

Cooperation and connection in Brunei - defence.gov.auCooperation and connection in Brunei  defence.gov.au

Brunei vs Yemen - live score, predicted lineups and H2H stats - FotMobBrunei vs Yemen - live score, predicted lineups and H2H stats  FotMob

MOFA thanks the Philippines, Brunei for granting visa-free entry - Taiwan TodayMOFA thanks the Philippines, Brunei for granting visa-free entry  Taiwan Today

U17 men beefed up for Brunei battle in Asian qualifiers opener - AIFFU17 men beefed up for Brunei battle in Asian qualifiers opener  AIFF

Sultan of Brunei, Crown Prince receive Singapore Parliament Speaker in separate audiences - The StarSultan of Brunei, Crown Prince receive Singapore Parliament Speaker in separate audiences  The Star

Brunei's sultan 'feeling tired, resting' at hospital, says Malaysian premier - Anadolu AjansiBrunei's sultan 'feeling tired, resting' at hospital, says Malaysian premier  Anadolu Ajansi

PricewaterhouseCoopers Services serves as the Official Knowledge Partner for the Proudly Brunei Business Awards 2025 - PwCPricewaterhouseCoopers Services serves as the Official Knowledge Partner for the Proudly Brunei Business Awards 2025  PwC

7,000 cars, over 1,700-room palace, and ?4,300-cr golden jet: This ultra rich Sultan once hosted PM Modi - The Economic Times7,000 cars, over 1,700-room palace, and ?4,300-cr golden jet: This ultra rich Sultan once hosted PM Modi  The Economic Times

Brunei Darussalam’s Economic Transition in a Shifting Global Asia - springerprofessional.deBrunei Darussalam’s Economic Transition in a Shifting Global Asia  springerprofessional.de