Key Facts
- GDP (ppp) per CAPITA
- $53,100 (2008 est.)
- Inflation Rate
- 0.3% (2007 est.)
- Population
- 388,190 (July 2009 est.)
- Country Risk Ratings
- -
- Ease of Doing Business
- 88/181
- Global Competitiveness
- 39/134
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Brunei : Introduction
The Sultanate of Brunei's influence peaked between the 15th and 17th centuries when its control extended over coastal areas of northwest Borneo and the southern Philippines. Brunei subsequently entered a period of decline brought on by internal strife over royal succession, colonial expansion of European powers, and piracy. In 1888, Brunei became a British protectorate; independence was achieved in 1984. The same family has ruled Brunei for over six centuries. Brunei benefits from extensive petroleum and natural gas fields, the source of one of the highest per capita GDPs in Asia.
Capital City:
Bandar Seri Begawan (+8 GMT)
Currency:
Bruneian dollar (BND)
(convert)
Languages:
Malay (official), English, Chinese
Calling Code:
673
Voltage:
240
Religions:
Muslim (official) 67%, Buddhist 13%, Christian 10%, other (includes indigenous beliefs) 10%
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Sources:
CIA World Factbook (September 2009)
U.S. Dept. of State Country Background Notes (June 2009)
