- Area: Brunei is the 4th smallest country in the world, covering an area of 5,765 square kilometers.
- Capital: The capital of Brunei is Bandar Seri Begawan.
- Language: The official language of Brunei is Malay, though English is also widely spoken.
- Religion: Islam is the official religion of Brunei, with approximately 67% of the population practicing Islam.
- Literacy Rate: Brunei offers free education to its citizens, resulting in a literacy rate of over 95%.
- Currency: The currency of Brunei is the Brunei dollar, which is pegged to the Singapore dollar.
- World’s Largest Palace: The Istana Nurul Iman Palace in Brunei is the largest palace in the world. It spans over 50 hectares and contains 1,788 rooms.
- Taxes: Brunei citizens do not pay income tax. However, companies are taxed at 55%.
- Longest-Reigning King: Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei is the world’s longest-reigning monarch, having been on the throne since October 5, 1967.
- Indian Population: Approximately 14,500 Indians live in Brunei, which has a total population of around 450,000.
Additional Information:
- Brunei is one of the few remaining absolute monarchies in the world.
- The country has implemented Sharia law as part of its penal code.
