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Brunei
Sultan's Wealth, Jungle's Heart
Overview
A tiny, oil-rich sultanate on the island of Borneo, known for its opulent mosques, vast royal palace, and one of the world's highest per-capita incomes.
Geographic Context
Region
Asia
Subregion
South-Eastern Asia
Land Area
5,765 km²
Capital
Bandar Seri Begawan
Languages
Malay
Currencies
Brunei dollar ($), Singapore dollar ($)
At a Glance
25
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
14
Freedom
30
Security
31
Life Expectancy
76.9 yrs
Median Age
31.8 yrs
Urbanization
79%
Cost Index
37
Housing Index
32
Healthcare Access
12/100
Climate
Average Temperature
26.9°C
Average AQI
11
Most Temperate Cities
1 Tutong 27.6°C
2 Serasa 27.3°C
3 Berakas A 27.3°C
4 Kapok 27.3°C
5 Mentiri 27.3°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Seria 2 AQI
2 Kuala Belait 2 AQI
3 Tutong 10 AQI
4 Serasa 11 AQI
5 Berakas A 11 AQI
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 37
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 32
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 18.50%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 10/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 1/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 139 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 11
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 2.97% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 163 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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