The Prime Minister recently became the first Indian Head of state to travel to Brunei Darussalam on a bilateral visit, despite 40 years of diplomatic ties between the two nations.
About Brunei Darussalam:
- Brunei is located in Southeast Asia on the island of Borneo.
- It is bordered by the Malaysian state of Sarawak to the north, south, and west, and facing the South China Sea to the north.
- Sarawak divides the state into two disconnected segments of unequal size.
- The Brunei River, which flows through the capital city of Bandar Seri Begawan, is one of the major waterways, along with several smaller rivers.
- The terrain mainly consists of coastal plains and low hills, with extensive equatorial tropical rainforests high humidity, and frequent rainfall.
- Brunei boasts the longest-reigning monarch in the world and the Sultan resides in Istana Nurul Iman, among the world’s largest palace.
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Frequently Asked Question:
Where is Brunei located?
Brunei Darussalam is located in Southeast Asia on the island of Borneo.
What countries or regions border Brunei?
Brunei is bordered by the Malaysian state of Sarawak to the north, south, and west, and it faces the South China Sea to the north
What is the capital city of Brunei?
The capital city of Brunei is Bandar Seri Begawan.