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What year did Brunei achieve full independence?
What year did Brunei achieve full independence?
What is Brunei's position in terms of oil production in Southeast Asia?
What is Brunei's position in terms of oil production in Southeast Asia?
How many barrels of oil does Brunei produce per day?
How many barrels of oil does Brunei produce per day?
What is Brunei's position in terms of liquefied natural gas production in the world?
What is Brunei's position in terms of liquefied natural gas production in the world?
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What is the ideology introduced by Sultan Hassanal Bolkia in 1990?
What is the ideology introduced by Sultan Hassanal Bolkia in 1990?
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What is the type of government in Brunei?
What is the type of government in Brunei?
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What are the positions held by the Sultan of Brunei?
What are the positions held by the Sultan of Brunei?
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What is the official language of Brunei?
What is the official language of Brunei?
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What is the language of instruction in most subjects in schools in Brunei?
What is the language of instruction in most subjects in schools in Brunei?
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What is the dialect spoken by about two thirds of the population in Brunei?
What is the dialect spoken by about two thirds of the population in Brunei?
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Who took office as Prime Minister, Finance Minister, and Home Affairs Minister in 1984?
Who took office as Prime Minister, Finance Minister, and Home Affairs Minister in 1984?
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What is the main purpose of Brunei's oil and natural gas production?
What is the main purpose of Brunei's oil and natural gas production?
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What is the significance of 2014 in Brunei's history?
What is the significance of 2014 in Brunei's history?
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What is the role of the Sultan of Brunei in the government?
What is the role of the Sultan of Brunei in the government?
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What is the purpose of Brunei's language programs and policies?
What is the purpose of Brunei's language programs and policies?
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What is the difference between Standard Malay and Brunei Malay?
What is the difference between Standard Malay and Brunei Malay?
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What is the significance of the English version of official documents in Brunei?
What is the significance of the English version of official documents in Brunei?
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What is unique about Brunei's system of government?
What is unique about Brunei's system of government?
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What is the importance of oil and natural gas in Brunei's economy?
What is the importance of oil and natural gas in Brunei's economy?
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What is the relationship between the Sultan of Brunei and the cabinet?
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Study Notes
Brunei Darussalam: Background
- Brunei Darussalam means "abode of peace"
- Capital: Bandar Seri Begawan
- Leader: Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, one of the world's longest-reigning and few remaining absolute monarchs
Historical Context
- Brunei's heyday occurred between the 15th and 17th centuries
- By the 19th century, Brunei entered a period of decline due to internal strife, colonial expansion, and piracy
- In 1847, the sultan concluded a treaty with Great Britain, and in 1888, Brunei officially became a British protectorate
Language
- Official language: Malay
- Other languages spoken: native languages of Borneo, English, and Chinese (various dialects)
- Brunei's language programs and policies aim to ensure proficiency in both Malay and English
Economy
- Main exports: crude oil and liquefied natural gas
- Brunei Darussalam is the third largest oil producer in Southeast Asia and fourth largest producer of liquefied natural gas in the world
- Economy is still dependent on revenues from crude oil, petroleum products, and natural gas
Government
- Brunei is one of the few remaining absolute monarchies in the world
- Sultan of Brunei is the head of state and head of government, also serving as King, Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Minister of Finance, and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Brunei Darussalam: Background
- Brunei Darussalam means "abode of peace"
- Capital: Bandar Seri Begawan
- Leader: Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, one of the world's longest-reigning and few remaining absolute monarchs
Historical Context
- Brunei's heyday occurred between the 15th and 17th centuries
- By the 19th century, Brunei entered a period of decline due to internal strife, colonial expansion, and piracy
- In 1847, the sultan concluded a treaty with Great Britain, and in 1888, Brunei officially became a British protectorate
Language
- Official language: Malay
- Other languages spoken: native languages of Borneo, English, and Chinese (various dialects)
- Brunei's language programs and policies aim to ensure proficiency in both Malay and English
Economy
- Main exports: crude oil and liquefied natural gas
- Brunei Darussalam is the third largest oil producer in Southeast Asia and fourth largest producer of liquefied natural gas in the world
- Economy is still dependent on revenues from crude oil, petroleum products, and natural gas
Government
- Brunei is one of the few remaining absolute monarchies in the world
- Sultan of Brunei is the head of state and head of government, also serving as King, Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Minister of Finance, and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade
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Learn about Brunei Darussalam, a country with a rich history, from its capital and leader to its historical context and development.
