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Brunei Related information

Capital: Bandar Seri Begawan

City English Name: Bandar Seri Begawan

Country: Brunei

Country English Name: Brunei

Province: Brunei-Muara

Province English Name: Brunei-Muara

Country Area Code: +673

Longitude and Latitude: 4°53'N, 114°44'E

Currency: Brunei dollar (BND)

Language: Malay

IANA Time Zone: Asia/Brunei

Standard Time Zone: Brunei Time (BMT)

Daylight Saving Time: Not observed

Introduction:

Brunei, officially known as the Nation of Brunei, the Abode of Peace, is a small but wealthy country located on the northwest coast of the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia. It is bordered by Malaysia to the south and the South China Sea to the north. With a population of around 460,000, Brunei is one of the least populated countries in the region.

Brunei has a long and rich history, dating back to the 7th century. It was once a powerful empire that controlled much of Borneo and parts of the Malay Peninsula. In the 19th century, Brunei became a British protectorate and remained so until it gained independence in 1984.

Since independence, Brunei has experienced rapid economic growth thanks to its vast oil and gas reserves. It has one of the highest standards of living in Southeast Asia, with a modern infrastructure and a well-educated population.

Brunei is a constitutional monarchy with the Sultan of Brunei as the head of state and government. The country is known for its strict Islamic laws and its conservative social norms. However, it is also a relatively tolerant and open society, with a diverse population of Malays, Chinese, and other ethnic groups.