Research Guides: Understanding Brunei: Business & Economics

At A Glance

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Find out more about Brunei through this video:

Why is Brunei so rich?
Who runs Brunei?
How much oil does Brunei have?
How much oil does Brunei export?
How is life in Brunei?
Who is Hassanal Bolkiah?
How rich is Hassanal Bolkiah?
How powerful is Hassanal Bolkiah?
How did Hassanal Bolkiah became rich?

In 2014, Brunei became the first east Asian country to adopt Islamic Sharia law. Oil and gas are the backbone of the country's economy. More than 60 percent of its GDP is derived from oil and gas, which accounts for over 90 percent of its total exports. According to a BP world energy outlook survey, Brunei's oil reserves are projected to run out in the next 20 years. To minimize its dependence on hydrocarbons, Brunei's Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah is pursuing a "Vision Brunei 2035" strategy, which calls for the promotion of other industries like tourism, local business development, infrastructure, social security and environment.

Business

This section explores the various aspects of doing business in Brunei.

Brunei Business and Workplace Culture
Brunei information on acceptable business etiquette, dress, business cards, gifts, business meeting, and negotiations, etc.
Brunei Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Home page of Brunei's Ministry of Foreign Affairs
businessBN Portal
A whole-of-government service that aims to provide businesses with essential information on government services and reforms related to doing business in Brunei Darussalam.
Districts and Population of Brunei
The population of the districts of Brunei according to census results and latest official estimates.
Doing Business in Brunei Darussalam
Economy profile of Brunei Darussalam: Doing Business 2020 Indicators.
Ease of Doing Business in Brunei Darussalam
These reports provide data on the ease of doing business, including the rank of each location, and recommended reforms to improve performance in each of the indicator areas.
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The Doing Business project provides objective measures of business regulations and their enforcement. Looking at domestic small and medium-size companies and measures the regulations applying to them through their life cycle.
Investing in Brunei
Invest Brunei Darussalam works closely with our investors to ensure their set-up in Brunei Darussalam is done in an accelerated & streamlined manner.
Journal of International and Public Affairs (JIPA)
The Journal of International and Public Affairs (JIPA) holds the dual aims of promoting undergraduate scholarship and making policy and politics accessible. JIPA is a student-led undergraduate journal with a focus on policy and political affairs.
Living in Brunei
Find out all you need to know to relocate and live in Brunei.

Business Law

Legal Updates
This link provides a comprehensive guide to the legal regulations in Brunei.

Breakdown of legal environment in Brunei Darussalam
Understanding Brunei regulatory obligations is essential for any business. These regulations are designed to ensure fair competition, sufficient protection for the relevant parties, and integrity in the market.

Economics & Infrastructure

This section explores the economics and infrastructure in Brunei.

Brunei's Economy
More details on Brunei's economy.
Brunei's GDP Annual Growth Rate
Find out more details about Brunei's GDP growth rate.
Brunei's Economy
Find out more about Brunei's GDP.
Getting Around in Brunei
Find out more about Brunei's modes of transportation.
Goods Exports
Find out how much Brunei earns from exports of goods.
Labour Force
Find out about the size of the labour force in Brunei.

Brunei Urban Development Plan

Watch this video to understand about Brunei's urban development plan concept.