Youth In Brunei: Hopes And Challenges

Brunei's young people are vital to shaping the country's future, and recent events like the Temburong Information Programme show they are stepping up, learning about fake news, cybercrime, AI ethics, cultural values, and youth policy. However, they also face serious challenges today. Even though many are well-educated, youth unemployment and underemployment are persistent problems. Reports [...]

Brunei’s Youth Face Jobs Gap And Brain Drain

In Brunei, youth employment remains a major concern in 2025. Many young people, especially graduates, are struggling to find good jobs. Unemployment among youth is still high, around 18–19%, and many of those who do work are underemployed, meaning they have jobs below their skill level or are working part-time when they want full-time work. [...]

Brunei’s Repression Of Civic Freedoms

Brunei’s civic space is rated as “repressed” by international human rights organizations. The country is ruled by an absolute monarchy, and the Sultan holds full power under a state of emergency in place since 1962. There are no laws that protect freedom of speech, assembly, or association. Strict laws like the Sedition Act and Penal [...]

The Dusuns In Brunei

In Brunei, the Dusuns are an ethnic minority mostly living in the Tutong District. They traditionally follow animist beliefs and worship a spirit god called Derato. Their main religious ritual is called Temarok, held after the rice harvest. Another important event is Adau Gayoh, celebrated on May 1st. Many Dusuns have now converted to Islam [...]

Brunei’s Sultan Celebrates 79th Birthday With Grand Parade

Brunei celebrated the 79th birthday of its royal leader, Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, with a grand parade on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. The event was held at Taman Haji Sir Muda Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Park in the capital, Bandar Seri Begawan. Many people, including state leaders, officials, and citizens, gathered to watch the celebration. Members [...]

Brunei’s Royal Family: Faith, Tradition, And Modern Life

The royal family of Brunei is one of the most well-known in Asia. Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah is the ruler of Brunei and has led the country for many years. His children, including Prince Mateen, are also popular, especially among the younger generation. Prince Mateen is active in sports like polo and often shares parts of [...]

Gender Equality Progress And Gaps In Brunei

Brunei has made some progress in gender equality, but there are still problems. In 2024, Brunei ranked 105th out of 146 countries in the Global Gender Gap Report. Women in Brunei do well in education and jobs. Many women work in high positions in government and business. 37% of managers in private companies are women, [...]

Brunei’s Fight Against Human Trafficking Faces Challenges

The Human Trafficking Investigation Unit (USPM) of Brunei’s Royal Police held a roadshow for 40 local leaders in Temburong District to teach them how to spot signs of human trafficking. The briefing explained USPM’s work and shared real cases since 2011 to help the community protect itself. The event, led by Legislative Council member Sulaiman [...]

Brunei’s Growing Fishing Industry Boosts Economy

Brunei is working to grow its fishing industry as part of economic diversification. In 2023, fishing brought about 166.6 million Brunei dollars to the economy, mostly from catching wild fish. Commercial fishing grew a lot, with fish catch value rising from 12.16 million dollars in 2023 to 14.8 million dollars in 2024. Fish farming, called [...]

Human Trafficking Challenges In Brunei

Human trafficking is a persistent problem in Brunei, especially among migrant workers from Indonesia, the Philippines, Bangladesh, and China. They are most likely to suffer from exploitative means like debt bondage, withholding of passports and wages, and physical violence. Sex trafficking is also a threat to some women and children, both while in Brunei and [...]

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