Brunei

Brunei Quick Facts…

Official NameBrunei Darussalam
Common NameBrunei – /bruˈnaɪ/
NationalityBruneian(s) – noun, Bruneian – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1984 (from the United Kingdom)
Administrative Divisions4 districts
Total Population491,900 (#173) with 79.1% urbanized – 2024 estimate
Major Urban AreasBandar Seri Begawan (capital city)
Major LanguagesMalay (official) – also known as Bahasa Melayu, English
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access98% of total population
CurrencyBruneian Dollars (BND)
Real GDP (PPP)$26.3 billion – 2022 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$58,700 (#19) – 2022 estimate
Total Area5,765 sq km / 2,226 sq mi (#172) with 8.7% water area
Geographic RegionAsia – Southeastern Asia
Bordering CountriesMalaysia
Bordering Water BodiesSouth China Sea

National Anthem: “Allah Peliharakan Sultan” (God Bless His Majesty)