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
Brunei - BBC
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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

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

AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers: Blasts in Doha; India U23 crush Brunei 6-0 amid security fears - Times of IndiaAFC Asian Cup Qualifiers: Blasts in Doha; India U23 crush Brunei 6-0 amid security fears  Times of India

U23 Asian Cup qualifier: India seek big win against Brunei Darussalam - highlights - thebridge.inU23 Asian Cup qualifier: India seek big win against Brunei Darussalam - highlights  thebridge.in

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

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

Meet man with world's largest car collection, owns 600 Rolls Royce, 25 Ferraris; not Mukesh Ambani or any oth - India.ComMeet man with world's largest car collection, owns 600 Rolls Royce, 25 Ferraris; not Mukesh Ambani or any oth  India.Com

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

India Shatter Brunei Darussalam 6-0 But Suffer Heartbreak In AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers - News18India Shatter Brunei Darussalam 6-0 But Suffer Heartbreak In AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers  News18

India bury six past Brunei Darussalam, but suffer heart-break in AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers - The News MillIndia bury six past Brunei Darussalam, but suffer heart-break in AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers  The News Mill

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

Malaysia Promotes Unique Tourism Offers at Sabre Brunei Travel Fair 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldMalaysia Promotes Unique Tourism Offers at Sabre Brunei Travel Fair 2025  Travel And Tour World

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

Indonesia, Brunei finalize plan to place skilled nurses - ANTARA NewsIndonesia, Brunei finalize plan to place skilled nurses  ANTARA News

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 steps up fight against online scams, digital fraud - The StarBrunei steps up fight against online scams, digital fraud  The Star

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

Malaysian school visit to Brunei fosters education exchange - The StarMalaysian school visit to Brunei fosters education exchange  The Star

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)

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India Crushes Brunei 6-0, But U-23 Asian Cup Qualification Hangs in the Balance - DafaNewsIndia Crushes Brunei 6-0, But U-23 Asian Cup Qualification Hangs in the Balance  DafaNews

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

Tamer Mansy, High Commissioner-designate of Canada to Brunei Darussalam - Affaires mondiales CanadaTamer Mansy, High Commissioner-designate of Canada to Brunei Darussalam  Affaires mondiales Canada

Cooperation And Connection In Brunei - The National TribuneCooperation And Connection In Brunei  The National Tribune

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)

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

Taiwan Continues to Shine as a Leading Leisure Destination in Asia, Attracting Travelers from Brunei and Beyond - Travel And Tour WorldTaiwan Continues to Shine as a Leading Leisure Destination in Asia, Attracting Travelers from Brunei and Beyond  Travel And Tour World

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

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

Vietnam, Brunei bolster defence ties - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)Vietnam, Brunei bolster defence ties  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

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

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

Royal Brunei Airlines begins direct flights to Chennai - The HinduRoyal Brunei Airlines begins direct flights to Chennai  The Hindu

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

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

AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers: India hammer six past Brunei, but still fail to qualify - Mid-dayAFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers: India hammer six past Brunei, but still fail to qualify  Mid-day

Qualifiers - Group H: Qatar 2-1 Bahrain; India 6-0 Brunei Darussalam - AFC websiteQualifiers - Group H: Qatar 2-1 Bahrain; India 6-0 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

Russia to ship oil to Brunei via Arctic route for the first time, sources say - ReutersRussia to ship oil to Brunei via Arctic route for the first time, sources say  Reuters

Vi?t Nam, Brunei bolster defence ties - vietnamnews.vnVi?t Nam, Brunei bolster defence ties  vietnamnews.vn

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

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

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

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

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

Indo-Pacific Endeavour returns to Brunei - The StarIndo-Pacific Endeavour returns to Brunei  The Star

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

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

Indonesia Sends 100 Nurses to Work in Brunei Darussalam - Tempo.co EnglishIndonesia Sends 100 Nurses to Work in Brunei Darussalam  Tempo.co English

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

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

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

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

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

The 10 Most Beautiful Mosques In Brunei - Culture TripThe 10 Most Beautiful Mosques In Brunei  Culture Trip

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

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

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

Vietnam hosts Commander of Royal Brunei Armed Forces to reinforce military ties - VOVVietnam hosts Commander of Royal Brunei Armed Forces to reinforce military ties  VOV

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

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

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

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

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

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

Significance of PM Modi’s Visit to Brunei - MP-IDSASignificance of PM Modi’s Visit to Brunei  MP-IDSA

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

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

Brunei's Asean cyber challenge sees fierce competition - The StarBrunei's Asean cyber challenge sees fierce competition  The Star

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

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

Three foreigners - a Filipina, Bangladeshi and Indonesian - jailed, caned for overstaying in Brunei - The StarThree foreigners - a Filipina, Bangladeshi and Indonesian - jailed, caned for overstaying in Brunei  The Star

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

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

Malaysia-Brunei Agree To Complete Boundary Issue By 2027 - BusinessToday MalaysiaMalaysia-Brunei Agree To Complete Boundary Issue By 2027  BusinessToday Malaysia

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

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

Commissioner Cui Jianchun met with new Consul General of Brunei Darussalam in Hong Kong - ???????Commissioner Cui Jianchun met with new Consul General of Brunei Darussalam in Hong Kong  ???????

Badge presentation for deployment of Brunei representative to observer team in Cambodia - The StarBadge presentation for deployment of Brunei representative to observer team in Cambodia  The Star

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

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

Football: Birthday boy Ngah hits a hattrick for Kuching in Brunei tie - The StarFootball: Birthday boy Ngah hits a hattrick for Kuching in Brunei tie  The Star

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

USINDOPACOM Deputy Commander Travels to Brunei - pacom.milUSINDOPACOM Deputy Commander Travels to Brunei  pacom.mil

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

Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Calls upon Pehin Lim Jock Seng, Former Minister II of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Brunei Darussalam_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - mfa.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Calls upon Pehin Lim Jock Seng, Former Minister II of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Brunei Darussalam_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  mfa.gov.cn

Brunei’s Move to Attract Indian Tourists – India Report - SkiftBrunei’s Move to Attract Indian Tourists – India Report  Skift

Minister for Defence Calls on the Sultan and Crown Prince of Brunei Darussalam - mindef.gov.sgMinister for Defence Calls on the Sultan and Crown Prince of Brunei Darussalam  mindef.gov.sg

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

Secretary-General of ASEAN to participate in the Regional Workshop on Climate Change, in Brunei Darussalam - ASEAN Main PortalSecretary-General of ASEAN to participate in the Regional Workshop on Climate Change, in Brunei Darussalam  ASEAN Main Portal

Brunei can plug gaps in India's Act East Policy - orfonline.orgBrunei can plug gaps in India's Act East Policy  orfonline.org

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

ASEAN U-23 Mandiri Cup™ 2025 preview – Indonesia v Brunei - ASEAN United FCASEAN U-23 Mandiri Cup™ 2025 preview – Indonesia v Brunei  ASEAN United FC

UAE President, VPs congratulate Sultan of Brunei Darussalam on National Day - mofa.gov.aeUAE President, VPs congratulate Sultan of Brunei Darussalam on National Day  mofa.gov.ae

Brunei Minister of Defence II Calls on Minister for Defence - mindef.gov.sgBrunei Minister of Defence II Calls on Minister for Defence  mindef.gov.sg

Minister for Defence Mr Chan Chun Sing Visits SAF Personnel in Brunei - mindef.gov.sgMinister for Defence Mr Chan Chun Sing Visits SAF Personnel in Brunei  mindef.gov.sg

Mandiri Cup™ 2025 – Report: Indonesia 8-0 Brunei - ASEAN United FCMandiri Cup™ 2025 – Report: Indonesia 8-0 Brunei  ASEAN United FC