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Brunei Strengthens Economic Resilience In 2026 February 20, 2026
The economy of Brunei Darussalam faced challenges in 2025 due to global uncertainty and the growing impact of climate change. In the first six months of the year, the country’s economy recorded a decline of 1.1% compared to the Continue Reading Brunei Royal Family Celebrates New Baby Girl February 13, 2026
The royal family of Brunei is headed by the Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, who is the ruler and head of state of the country. He has many children, one of whom is Prince Abdul Mateen of Brunei, who currently stands Continue Reading Brunei’s Civic Space Remains Repressed February 6, 2026
Civic space in Brunei is rated as “repressed” by the CIVICUS Monitor, with no clear progress on basic freedoms. Brunei is an absolute monarchy where the Sultan holds full executive power under a long-standing state of emergency declared in Continue Reading Strict Law And Quiet Life In Brunei January 30, 2026
Brunei is a small but wealthy country where strict religious law strongly shapes daily life. It is ruled by Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, who has full power over the government and the law. Brunei follows a national system based on Continue Reading Brunei School Launches Year-Long Anti-Bullying Program January 23, 2026
In Brunei, schools are taking strong steps to fight bullying and protect students. Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah (YSHHB) School has launched a year-long program called Hidup Tanpa Buli, which translates to 'Life Without Bullying'. The program focuses on Continue Reading Brunei Youth Struggle And Adapt In Job Market January 9, 2026
Young people in Brunei are finding it hard to get jobs even after graduating, and many are adapting in creative ways while they keep looking for work. About 6,000 to 7,000 new graduates enter the job market each year, Continue Reading Quiet Christmas In Brunei December 5, 2025
In Brunei, Christmas has remained quiet and private. Although Christmas Day is still an official public holiday, public celebrations and decorations are banned. Christians and other non-Muslims may celebrate inside churches or in their homes, but these celebrations must Continue Reading Challenges For Christianity In Brunei November 28, 2025
Brunei has 24 different people groups. Nine of these groups, about 38 percent, are still unreached by Christian churches. Five groups, or about 21 percent, are considered frontier unreached, meaning almost no Christian outreach reaches them. Out of a Continue Reading Limited Religious Freedom In Brunei October 31, 2025
Religious freedom in Brunei is very limited, and the government gives special importance to Islam, which is the official religion. People who are not Muslims, such as Christians, Buddhists, and others, face many restrictions. They are not allowed to Continue Reading Brunei: Asia’s Hardest Place To Invest October 24, 2025
Brunei, a small, oil-rich country in Southeast Asia, is not a good place to invest right now. Although it once had wealth from oil, the economy has been weak for years, and growth is slow. Brunei relies too much Continue Reading Brunei’s Fight to Diversify Its Economy October 17, 2025
Brunei, a small but wealthy nation, is under pressure to diversify from a petroleum-based economy. Since its oil reserves are going to last around 30 years, the government is looking at diversification measures like other richer Gulf nations. These Continue Reading Growing Religious Pressure On Christians In Brunei October 10, 2025
In Brunei, being a Christian, especially if you’ve left Islam, can be very difficult. People who convert from Islam face strong pressure to return to their former faith, and it’s even punishable by law. Churches that are not part Continue Reading Freedom Of Assembly And Association Under Restriction In Brunei September 5, 2025 In Brunei, freedom of association and peaceful assembly are heavily restricted. The law does not protect these rights, and long-standing emergency powers are used to control public gatherings. Under the 2005 Societies Order, more than 10 people cannot meet for Continue Reading Brunei’s Struggle To Diversify Its Economy August 29, 2025 Brunei’s economy has not grown much in recent years and still depends heavily on oil and gas. This makes the country’s income unstable because oil prices change often and reserves are shrinking. The government wants to reduce this risk by Continue Reading Brunei’s Push For Disability Inclusion Amid Challenges August 22, 2025 In Brunei, people with disabilities (PWDs) face many challenges. About 1% of the population has disabilities, and many live in relative poverty because they struggle to find jobs, get an education, and access digital tools. The government gives financial support Continue Reading Youth In Brunei: Hopes And Challenges August 15, 2025 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 Continue Reading Brunei’s Youth Face Jobs Gap And Brain Drain August 8, 2025 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 Continue Reading Brunei’s Repression Of Civic Freedoms August 1, 2025 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 Continue Reading The Dusuns In Brunei July 25, 2025 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 Continue Reading Brunei’s Sultan Celebrates 79th Birthday With Grand Parade July 18, 2025 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 Continue Reading Brunei’s Royal Family: Faith, Tradition, And Modern Life July 11, 2025 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 Continue Reading Gender Equality Progress And Gaps In Brunei July 3, 2025 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 Continue Reading Brunei’s Fight Against Human Trafficking Faces Challenges June 27, 2025 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 Continue Reading Brunei’s Growing Fishing Industry Boosts Economy June 20, 2025 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 Continue Reading Human Trafficking Challenges In Brunei June 13, 2025 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 Continue Reading Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Recovers After Hospital Stay June 6, 2025 Brunei’s Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, one of the world’s wealthiest men and longest-reigning monarchs, was discharged from a Malaysian hospital after five days of treatment for fatigue. The 78-year-old sultan, attending the ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur, was hospitalized at the Continue Reading Brunei Sultan Hospitalized, In Stable Condition May 31, 2025 Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, 78, was admitted to a hospital in Kuala Lumpur on May 27, 2025, after feeling weak during the ASEAN Summit. He was taken to Malaysia's National Heart Institute for observation and treatment. The office of the Continue Reading Brunei's Civic Freedoms Under Scrutiny April 16, 2025 Brunei's civic space is rated as repressed, with limited freedoms of expression, assembly, and association. The Sultan, holding absolute power since 1984, governs under a state of emergency, restricting rights such as free speech and press freedom through laws like Continue Reading Longstanding State Of Emergency In Brunei And Its Impact April 5, 2025 Brunei has been in a state of unbroken emergency since 1962, after the Brunei Revolt, which was prompted by resistance to the planned creation of Malaysia and desires for an independent North Kalimantan. In response to the revolt, a state Continue Reading Persecution in Brunei March 3, 2025 In Brunei, Christians face significant persecution due to the country's strict Islamic laws. The government enforces Sharia law, which limits religious freedom and criminalizes evangelism. Conversion from Islam is illegal, and those who leave the faith face social ostracism and Continue Reading

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Brunei is grooming a season of hate against Christian symbols and, in particular, the Word of God. Holding a Bible in a public space can cause quite a stir. The behavior is common in both young people and older generations. While Christians in Brunei can practice their faith, they cannot in public. It has to be out of the view of Muslims. They practice a conservative form of Islam without a radical element to it. Sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ is illegal. Purchasing Bibles is only possible for personal use. Evangelical churches must register as businesses and report income to the government regularly. Discrimination against Christians is widespread in Brunei. New Christian Believers, especially from the Muslim community, face the maximum persecution. Open Doors Persecuted Nations List ranks Brunei at 48th.

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