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
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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)

Key facts about Brunei - Vajiram & RaviKey facts about Brunei  Vajiram & Ravi

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

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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

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

India beats Brunei but awaits AFC U-23 Asian Cup qualification fate - SportstarIndia beats Brunei but awaits AFC U-23 Asian Cup qualification fate  Sportstar

India ready to go all out against Brunei Darussalam in last AFC U23 Asian Cup qualifier - AIFFIndia ready to go all out against Brunei Darussalam in last AFC U23 Asian Cup qualifier  AIFF

Brunei sultan discharged from hospital - Times of IndiaBrunei sultan discharged from hospital  Times of India

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)

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

Qualifiers - Group B: Yemen 9-0 Brunei Darussalam - AFC FootballQualifiers - Group B: Yemen 9-0 Brunei Darussalam  AFC Football

Fern Communities in Lowland Tropical Forests of Brunei Darussalam, Borneo: Diversity, Indicator Species, and Environmental Drivers Across Forest Types - Wiley Online LibraryFern Communities in Lowland Tropical Forests of Brunei Darussalam, Borneo: Diversity, Indicator Species, and Environmental Drivers Across Forest Types  Wiley Online Library

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 records total trade of BND1.71B in August 2025 - thestar.com.myBrunei records total trade of BND1.71B in August 2025  thestar.com.my

PM meets with leaders of Brunei, Malaysia, Timor-Leste on 47th ASEAN Summit sidelines - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)PM meets with leaders of Brunei, Malaysia, Timor-Leste on 47th ASEAN Summit sidelines  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

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 Darussalam building a healthier future with whole-of-government One Health strategy - World Health Organization (WHO)Brunei Darussalam building a healthier future with whole-of-government One Health strategy  World Health Organization (WHO)

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

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

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

Sultan Of Brunei Departs Malaysia After Attending 47th ASEAN Summit - BernamaSultan Of Brunei Departs Malaysia After Attending 47th ASEAN Summit  Bernama

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

India to play Qatar, Bahrain, Brunei Darussalam in AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers - AIFFIndia to play Qatar, Bahrain, Brunei Darussalam in AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers  AIFF

Royal Brunei Airlines pioneers new era of connected travel - thestar.com.myRoyal Brunei Airlines pioneers new era of connected travel  thestar.com.my

New operator taking the helm at undeveloped gas fields offshore Brunei - Offshore EnergyNew operator taking the helm at undeveloped gas fields offshore Brunei  Offshore Energy

Prince Mateen of Brunei Is Going to Be a Dad! See the Romantic Pregnancy Announcement - People.comPrince Mateen of Brunei Is Going to Be a Dad! See the Romantic Pregnancy Announcement  People.com

Sultan of Brunei looks forward to visiting Vietnam in December - thestar.com.mySultan of Brunei looks forward to visiting Vietnam in December  thestar.com.my

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

Qualifiers - Group B: Brunei Darussalam 0-2 Yemen - AFC FootballQualifiers - Group B: Brunei Darussalam 0-2 Yemen  AFC Football

Brunei strengthens wetland conservation efforts through regional Ramsar workshop - thestar.com.myBrunei strengthens wetland conservation efforts through regional Ramsar workshop  thestar.com.my

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

Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo’s Remarks at the Ramadhan Briefing for Local Media and Think Tanks_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - mfa.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo’s Remarks at the Ramadhan Briefing for Local Media and Think Tanks_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  mfa.gov.cn

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

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 Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah in Malaysia to attend 47th Asean Summit - thestar.com.myBrunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah in Malaysia to attend 47th Asean Summit  thestar.com.my

A new royal baby on the way! Prince Abdul Mateen of Brunei and Princess Anisha are expecting their first child - TatlerA new royal baby on the way! Prince Abdul Mateen of Brunei and Princess Anisha are expecting their first child  Tatler

Brunei sets regional benchmark with poultry self-sufficiency - aviNewsBrunei sets regional benchmark with poultry self-sufficiency  aviNews

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

Brunei Darussalam Maintains Strong Growth and Stability Amid Global Uncertainty - AMRO ASIABrunei Darussalam Maintains Strong Growth and Stability Amid Global Uncertainty  AMRO ASIA

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

Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Meets with the New Board of Directors of Chung Hwa School Kiudang_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Meets with the New Board of Directors of Chung Hwa School Kiudang_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

Sarawak-Brunei trade hits RM3.39 bln in 2024 driven by strong bilateral ties - Borneo PostSarawak-Brunei trade hits RM3.39 bln in 2024 driven by strong bilateral ties  Borneo Post

Brunei Sultan welcomes Laos’ interest in deepening trade linkages - thestar.com.myBrunei Sultan welcomes Laos’ interest in deepening trade linkages  thestar.com.my

Deepening economic regional integration crucial, says Brunei Sultan - thestar.com.myDeepening economic regional integration crucial, says Brunei Sultan  thestar.com.my

Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Meets with Dato Dr. Amin Liew - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Meets with Dato Dr. Amin Liew  fmprc.gov.cn

Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Attends the Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration at Chung Lian School_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Attends the Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration at Chung Lian School_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

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

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

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

AI must be used prudently and with integrity: Brunei Sultan - thestar.com.myAI must be used prudently and with integrity: Brunei Sultan  thestar.com.my

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

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

Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Attends Mid-Autumn Festival Gala Held by the Chinese Chamber of Commerce in Brunei_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Attends Mid-Autumn Festival Gala Held by the Chinese Chamber of Commerce in Brunei_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

Jersey player in the running for acreage offshore Brunei - Offshore EnergyJersey player in the running for acreage offshore Brunei  Offshore Energy

Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with new IFRC Representative to ASEAN, and Head of Delegation for Indonesia, Brunei Darussalam, Singapore, and Timor-Leste - ASEAN Main PortalSecretary-General of ASEAN meets with new IFRC Representative to ASEAN, and Head of Delegation for Indonesia, Brunei Darussalam, Singapore, and Timor-Leste  ASEAN Main Portal

Brunei's Prince Mateen and Princess Anisha Rosnah announce they're expecting first baby - HELLO! MagazineBrunei's Prince Mateen and Princess Anisha Rosnah announce they're expecting first baby  HELLO! Magazine

Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Meets with Pehin Halbi, Minister at the Prime Minister's Office and Minister of Defence II_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Meets with Pehin Halbi, Minister at the Prime Minister's Office and Minister of Defence II_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

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

Sultan of Brunei’s surprise plan for giant Gold Coast property - Gold Coast BulletinSultan of Brunei’s surprise plan for giant Gold Coast property  Gold Coast Bulletin

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

Official Statement- Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Brunei Darussalam - ROC Taiwan.orgOfficial Statement- Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Brunei Darussalam  ROC Taiwan.org

Philippines, Brunei ink deal on agri-fisheries to boost trade, technology - da.gov.phPhilippines, Brunei ink deal on agri-fisheries to boost trade, technology  da.gov.ph

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

RM1.02 mln recovery plan to revive Rimbunan Kasih Sundar Project through Sarawak-Brunei partnership - DayakDailyRM1.02 mln recovery plan to revive Rimbunan Kasih Sundar Project through Sarawak-Brunei partnership  DayakDaily

Sultan Of Brunei Arrives In Malaysia For 47th ASEAN Summit - BernamaSultan Of Brunei Arrives In Malaysia For 47th ASEAN Summit  Bernama

My Brunei Trip: Exploring Brunei's Top Spots in Half A Day - TripZillaMy Brunei Trip: Exploring Brunei's Top Spots in Half A Day  TripZilla

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

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

Brunei Tweaks Bridgewater Bet to a Lucrative 20% Stake in Firm - Bloomberg.comBrunei Tweaks Bridgewater Bet to a Lucrative 20% Stake in Firm  Bloomberg.com

Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Attends the Closing Ceremony of the China-Brunei Overseas Innovation Project Programme_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Attends the Closing Ceremony of the China-Brunei Overseas Innovation Project Programme_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

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

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

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

Qualifiers - Group B: Brunei Darussalam 2-1 Bhutan - AFC FootballQualifiers - Group B: Brunei Darussalam 2-1 Bhutan  AFC Football

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

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

Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Meets with JPMC Management - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Meets with JPMC Management  fmprc.gov.cn

Sultan of Brunei arrives in Malaysia for 47th ASEAN Summit - The Malaysian ReserveSultan of Brunei arrives in Malaysia for 47th ASEAN Summit  The Malaysian Reserve

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

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

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

Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Meets with Yang Mulia Dr. Haji Azman - mfa.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Meets with Yang Mulia Dr. Haji Azman  mfa.gov.cn

Universiti Brunei Darussalam Semester Exchange Spring 2026 - Institut Teknologi Sepuluh NopemberUniversiti Brunei Darussalam Semester Exchange Spring 2026  Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember

Brunei swimmers continue to improve at Bahrain meet - Borneo BulletinBrunei swimmers continue to improve at Bahrain meet  Borneo Bulletin