Brunei Darussalam

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The U.S. welcomed Brunei Darussalam's full independence from the United Kingdom on January 1, 1984, and opened an embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan on that date. Brunei opened its embassy in Washington in March 1984. Brunei's armed forces engage in joint exercises, training programs, and other military cooperation with the U.S. A memorandum of understanding on defense cooperation was signed on November 29, 1994. ... [Read More]

Joint Statement Between the United States of America and Negara Brunei Darussalam

The two leaders agreed on the importance of a strong and united ASEAN, and President Bush offered all appropriate assistance to support capacity-building within ASEAN. President Bush praised Brunei Darussalam's strong leadership role in ASEAN in recent years, and reaffirmed our commitment to expand U.S. engagement with ASEAN as a pillar of stability in Southeast Asia. The two leaders agreed on the importance of the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) and APEC in promoting regional stability and prosperity. The President welcomed Brunei Darussalam's support for our Secure Trade in the APEC Region, or "STAR," initiative, aimed at transforming the movement of goods and people to increase both security and economic competitiveness. The President pledged to work with the Government of Brunei Darussalam to assist Brunei Darussalam in building its own capacity to provide increased border and customs security and efficiency. ... [Read More]

Brunei

The Constitution states that "The religion of Brunei Darussalam shall be the Muslim religion according to the Shafeite sect of that religion: Provided that all other religions may be practiced in peace and harmony by the person professing them in any part of Brunei Darussalam;" however, the Government imposes some restrictions on non-Islamic religions. ...

The Constitution states that, "The religion of Brunei Darussalam shall be the Muslim religion according to the Shafeite sect of that religion: Provided that all other religions may be practiced in peace and harmony by the person professing them in any part of Brunei Darussalam;" however, the Government imposes some restrictions on non-Islamic religions. The official religion is Islam as practiced by the Shafeite School. ... [Read More]

Department of State Washington File: Text: U.S. Signs Bilateral Trade Deal with Brunei Darussalam

"This TIFA will enhance trade between our nations and demonstrates our commitment to supporting Brunei Darussalam as it seeks to diversify its economy," said Zoellick. "We are pleased with Brunei Darussalam's positive response to President Bush's Enterprise for ASEAN Initiative, as demonstrated by their quick action to conclude a TIFA. We look forward to working closely with Brunei Darussalam to further strengthen our economic relationship bilaterally and with ASEAN." ... [Read More]

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Brunei Immigrations

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Embassy Information

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Consular Section

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Ambassador's biography

  President Bush nominated Gene Christy as Ambassador toBrunei Darussalam on May 14, 2002.  TheUnited States Senate confirmed his nomination on November 12, 2002.  Ambassador Christy presented his credentialsto the Sultan of Brunei at the Istana Nurul Iman on January 20, 2003. A native of Texas, Ambassador Christy has been in theForeign Service since 1971.  During thattime he served in Indonesia twice, Turkey twice, Malaysia, Turkmenistan, andHaiti.  He has also served inWashington, D.C., including most recently as Director of the Office ofPhilippines, Indonesi ... [Read More]