Knowledge Convention 2010
BERAKAS, July 26 – In conjunction with the 64th birthday anniversary of His Majesty The Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, a Knowledge Convention (Majlis Ilmu 2010) has been organised.Present to officially open the convention was His Majesty The Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Bru...
Read more...Brunei participates International Tilawah Al-Quran
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, July 26 – Brunei Darussalam will be participating in the 52nd International Al-Quran Reading Competition for year 1431 Hijriah/2010 Masihi held at the Putra World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from July 27 to August 3.Representing Brunei to the competition are qar...
Read more...HM attends meet-the-people session in Brunei-Muara District
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, July 25 – His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, The Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam attended meet-the-people session in Brunei-Muara District at Taman Haji Sir Muda Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien in the capital. The session was h...
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Youth Olympic Games
BERAKAS, July 24 – Brunei Darussalam will be participating in the Youth Olympic Games taking place in Singapore, the first participation for Brunei Darussalam in a world sporting event of Olympic level especially for the local youths.Thus a National Flag presentation ceremony was held for the...
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Ramadan a month full of blessings
JALAN TUNGKU, July 24 – Ramadan is a month full of blessing besides various challenges such as refraining from eating and drinking and also preventing oneself from committing sins contradictory to Islamic teachings. His Royal Highness Prince ‘Abdul Malik said that in his sabda at the Lau...
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ASEAN signs Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia
HANOI, VIETNAM, July 23 – ASEAN will continue to strengthen its cooperation in various fields in ASEAN itself, regional, ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) and at the international level.The matter was stated by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam, His Excellency Pham ...
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Strengthen comprehensive health care system
SINGAPORE, July 23 – Brunei Darussalam’s health strategy is focused on the strengthening of a comprehensive health care system based on basic health care. To improve the quality of the lives of its citizens and residents and to prevent various diseases, the health strategy also gives str...
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Borneo Amateur Radio Festival
BERAKAS, July 23 - The involvement of Brunei Darussalam Amateur Radio Federation (BDARA) in the 6th Borneo Amateur Radio Festival reflects the commitment and interest of the members of the association on radio amateur.The Deputy Director II of Youth and Sports, Awang Haji Muhammad Zamri bin Dato Pad...
Read more...ASEAN urge tackle political and security issues
HANOI, VIETNAM, July 20 – ASEAN Foreign Ministers play a vital role in the association’s operation to overcome issues related with political cooperation; security and internal relationship. This was stated by His Excellency Nguyen Tan Dung, the Prime Minister of Vietnam in his opening ke...
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Enhance ASEAN's effectiveness
HANOI, VIETNAM, July 20 – His Royal Highness Prince Mohamed Bolkiah, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade in his sabda welcomed initiatives aimed to implement the building of ASEAN Community 2015 where these efforts have been able to enhance ASEAN community’s beliefs for future.His Roya...
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- Knowledge Convention 2010
- Brunei participates International Tilawah Al-Quran
- HM attends meet-the-people session in Brunei-Muara District
- ASEAN participants visit Technical Educational Department
- Youth Olympic Games
- Ramadan a month full of blessings
- ASEAN signs Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia
- Strengthen comprehensive health care system
- Borneo Amateur Radio Festival
- ASEAN urge tackle political and security issues
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His Majesty sends congratulatory message
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, July 4 – His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam sent congratulatory messages to His Excellency President Barack H.Obama and the government and people of the United States of America in conjunction with the country’s Independence Day
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His Majesty receives audience
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, June 17 – His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, The Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam received audience from His Excellency Alexander B Yano, the outgoing Ambassador of Philippines to Brunei Darussalam.
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In Brunei
 Excellent Village Award Brief background |
There are 17 mukim in Brunei Muara district comprising of 105 villages; while the Tutong district has eight mukim with 41 villages; the Belait district with seven mukim comprising of 27 villages; and Temburong district with five mukim and 18 villages.
Village Consultative Council’s Excellent Village Award
The Village Consultative Council’s Excellent Village Award (Anugerah Kampung Cemerlang Majlis Perundingan Kampung – AKC MPK) is one of Ministry of Home Affairs’ continuous efforts in assisting the Mukim and Village Consultative Councils to achieve more success and move towards excellence.
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Did You Know That..
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- Brunei Darussalam joined and became the 180th member of International Labour Organisation (ILO) in 2007.
- The nation’s first mosque was built by the third Sultan of Brunei Darussalam, Sultan Sharif Ali who is also known as Sultan Berkat. The mosque known as Masjid Besar was burnt on June 23, 1578 during ‘Castela War’ (Perang Kastela).
- Hari Adat Istiadat (Customs & Tradition Day) was introduced in Brunei Darussalam in 2009 and to be celebrated every March 31st.
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Snippets
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, July 24 – The participants in the Training Programme ‘Increase Policy and VTET Practice through Educational Assessment’ from SEAMEO VOCTEC Regional Centre visited Technical Educational Department.
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Call to establish bodies for Sports Science and Coaches
BERAKAS, July 21 – A call was made to establish two bodies which are for Sports Science and Coaches in line with the National Sports Policy. The establishment of sports bodies that could support sports science and coaches should be encouraged.
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Chinese Cooperation Forum (Ningxia) – Brunei opens opportunities for cooperation
YINCHUAN CITY, NINGXIA CHINA, July 19 – A forum entitled ‘Chinese International Cooperation Forum (Ningxia) and Brunei Darussalam’ provided the opportunity for Brunei Darussalam and Ningxia to share experiences and ideas on best strategies to develop and enhance cooperation in the food industry such as halal, tourism sector and cultural field.
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How To Get To Brunei
 | There are several ways to get to Brunei Darussalam By air – Brunei’s national carrier, Royal Brunei Airlines travels to more than 20 destinations around the world. The airline also has worldwide office for you to book a return flight to Brunei (to know the nearest RBA’s office at your place, please log to: www.bruneiair.com ) |
International airlines such as Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and Thai Airways also fly frequently to Brunei.Beginning July 2006, Air Asia, the Malaysia’s lowest airfare carrier also has direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Brunei. Arrival by plane would land you to Brunei International Airport (BWN), the sole airport in the nation. | |
Brunei in Brief
 Welcome to Brunei Darussalam A brief description on Brunei Darussalam. |
- Official name is Negara Brunei Darussalam.
- Capital is Bandar Seri Begawan.
- It is located on the north-west coast of Borneo Island in Southeast Asia.
- Total land area is 5765 sq. km
- Population is estimated at 406,200 people (2009) - 283,300 people in Brunei-Muara district, 67,100 in Belait district, 45,700 in Tutong district, and 10,100 people in Temburong district.
- It is divided into four districts – Brunei Muara, Tutong, Kuala Belait and Temburong.
- Malay is the official language but English is widely spoken.
- Islam is the official religion and it allows other religions to be practiced.
- National carrier is Royal Brunei Airlines.
- It has an equatorial climate, a uniform temperature, high humidity and heavy rainfall.
- Public Warning: The trafficking of controlled drugs carries the death penalty in Brunei Darussalam
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