Her Majesty receives audience
ISTANA NURUL IMAN, January 21 – Her Majesty Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha consented to receive in audience the spouse of the Chief of Staff Armed Forces of the Philippines, Datin Dolores Clarion-Ibrado....
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2010 Better Year for Global Tourism Activities
JERUDONG, January, 22 – ASEAN can expect 2010 to be a much better year for global tourism activities as the threat of global financial crisis is recovering. The view was endorsed by United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) on their latest report on world tourism trend that 2010 shall...
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2nd IOC Sports Medicine Course
BERAKAS, January 18 – Department of Youth and Sports in cooperation with Brunei Darussalam National Olympic Committee (BDNOC) organised the 2nd International Olympic Committee (IOC) Sports Medicine Course at the Orchid Garden Hotel in Berakas.The four-day course was officiated by His Royal Hi...
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ASEM Workshop
TUNGKU LINK, January 4 – Brunei Darussalam must strive towards developing a culture of recognition of the importance of environmental conservation and protection. ...
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ATF 2010 ends on high note
JERUDONG, January 28 – The ASEAN Tourism Forum 2010 (ATF 2010) ended on a high note with a closing ceremony held at BRIDEX Hall.Present as guest of honour Minister of Industry and Primary Resources, Pehin Dato Awang Haji Yahya as Chairman of ASEAN Tourism Ministers Meeting and Chairman of Ste...
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, February 3 - His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, Minister of Defence and as the Supreme Commander of Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) received in audience the Chief General of Staff of the United Kingdom, His Excellency General Sir David Richards KCB CBE DSO ADC Gen.
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His Majesty sends congratulatory messages
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, January 26 - His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, The Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam consented to send congratulatory messages to Governor-General of Australia, Her Excellency Quentin Bryce and the Prime Minister of Australia, The Right Honourable Kevin Rudd and also to the government and people of Australia in conjunction with Australia Day.
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In Brunei
 In Brunei brings you around Brunei Darussalam. Explore the unique sights and sounds of Brunei in each district. |
Did You Know That..
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- Brunei Darussalam hosted the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in 2000.
- Bunga Simpor is one of the many species of flora found under Brunei’s rainforest canopy. The flower was chosen as part of the APEC 2000 logo.
- Seventy eight per cent of the country’s total land area is covered by forests with 40 per cent of the land is gazetted forests reserve.
- Brunei Darussalam is the fourth ASEAN member to use the biometric passport.
- Brunei ports have met the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code standard since July 1, 2004.
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BERAKAS, February 1 – Brunei Darussalam through its Science, Technology and Environment Centre (STEP) of Ministry of Education have sent four students to represent the country in the 2nd APEC Future Scientist Conference in Thailand.
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MoU to develop strategic plan for broadband
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, January 26 – The Authority for Info-Communications Technology Industry of Brunei Darussalam (AiTi) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Analysys Mason Limited to develop the broadband strategic plan in Brunei Darussalam.
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, January 25 – Brunei Darussalam will be hosting one of the biggest motorcycling event in Borneo Island this year which is the ‘Borneo International Big Bike Festival’ (BIIBBF).
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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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