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Brunei

Negara Brunei Darussalam

Brunei is an absolute monarchy or sultanate, located in South-Eastern Asia. Islam is the predominant religion. Its capital is Bandar Seri Begawan. About 466,330 people live there (2025).

Capital
Bandar Seri Begawan
Population
466,330 (2025)
Region
Asia (South-Eastern Asia)
Area
5,765 km²
Demonym
Bruneian
Languages
Malay
Form of Government
Absolute monarchy or sultanate
Religion
Islam (82.1%)
Christianity (6.7%)
Buddhism (6.3%)
Currency
Brunei dollar (BND), Singapore dollar (SGD)
GDP
$15.0B (2025)

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