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Hassanal Bolkiah
Hassanal Bolkiah Muiz'zaddin Wad'daulah (born 15 July 1946) is the List of sultans of Brunei, Sultan of Brunei since 1967, and Prime Minister of Brunei, prime minister of Brunei since its independence from the United Kingdom in 1984. He is one of the few remaining Absolute monarchy#Current absolute monarchs, absolute monarchs in the world. The eldest son of Omar Ali Saifuddien III, Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien III and Raja Isteri Queen Damit of Brunei, Pengiran Anak Damit, he is the 29th sultan to ascend to the Succession to the Bruneian throne, Bruneian throne, following the abdication of his father in 1967. The sultan has been ranked among the wealthiest individuals in the world. As of 2023, Hassanal Bolkiah is said to have a net worth of $50 billion. He is the world's List of current reigning monarchs by length of reign, longest-reigning current monarch and the List of current state leaders by date of assumption of office, longest-serving current head of state. On 5 October 20 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Prince Abdul Azim Of Brunei
Abdul Azim ibni Hassanal Bolkiah (29 July 1982 – 24 October 2020) was the second son of Hassanal Bolkiah, Sultan of Brunei. He was fourth in line to succeed the throne of Brunei until his death on 24 October 2020. Early life and education Prince Azim was born in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei on 29 July 1982. He was the second-born child of the Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah, Sultan of Brunei, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, and Mariam Abdul Aziz, Pengiran Isteri Hajah Mariam. He was educated at International School Brunei, Raffles Institution, and Oxford Brookes University. Post-university In 2008, Prince Azim was sent to attend the nine-month officer training course at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, but he dropped out after one week. In 2009, he designed unisex weekend bags for MCM. The proceeds went to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Make A Wish Foundation UK, a charity in which he was one of the patrons. In May 2011, at a charity show in Brunei Darussalam, held at ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Abdul Rahman Bin Ibrahim
Abdul Rahman bin Haji Ibrahim (born 31 October 1954) is a Bruneian aristocrat, civil servant and politician who serve as a member of the Legislative Council of Brunei (LegCo) since 2023. He has formerly held office as the deputy minister of finance from 2004 to 2005, minister of finance II from 2005 to 2018, and as minister at the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) from 2015 to 2018. Early life and education Abdul Rahman bin Haji Ibrahim was born on 31 October 1954 in Kampong Peramu of Kampong Ayer. He completed his primary and secondary education at Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien College before pursuing higher studies at the University of Hull, United Kingdom, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science ( Hons) in economics in 1978. In 1986, he earned a Certificate of Professional Studies from the Arthur D. Little School of Management in the United States, and in 1996, he attended a senior management program at the London Business School in the United Kingdom. Ministerial ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Al-Muhtadee Billah
Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni Hassanal Bolkiah (Jawi script, Jawi: ; born 17 February 1974) is the eldest son of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and his wife Queen Saleha. He is the Crown Prince of Brunei, Brunei Darussalam, and is first in the line of succession to the Bruneian throne. He is expected to eventually lead the state and government, and is regarded as the second most significant figure in the political hierarchy. Early life and education Prince Muda (Prince) Al-Muhtadee Billah was born at Istana Darul Hana, Bandar Seri Begawan during the reign of his father on 17 February 1974. He is the first-born son, and thus heir to the List of Sultans of Brunei, throne of Brunei. His early schooling was at the Putera Puteri School at Istana Darul Hana. He received his primary education at St. Andrew's School, Brunei, St. Andrew's School. He finished reading the "surah-surah Lazim" and the Quran in 1988. Subsequently, he progressed through the Brunei Junior Certificate of Education (BJCE) in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Prince Abdul Mateen Of Brunei
Abdul Mateen ibni Hassanal Bolkiah ( Jawi: عبد المتين; born 10 August 1991) is a member of the royal family of Brunei. He is the tenth child and fourth son of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei, by his former second wife, Yang Mulia Datin Paduka Seri ''Puan Hajah'' Mariam binti Haji Abdul Aziz. Additionally, he is the founder of Jab Boxing Gym and the Deputy Chairman 2 of the '' Jabatan Adat Istiadat Negara'' (JAIN). Education Prince Mateen received his primary education at the St. Andrew's School in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei. He continued his secondary education at the Paduka Seri Begawan Sultan Science College and Jerudong International School. In July 2014, Prince Mateen received his Bachelor of Arts degree in international politics from King's College London at the Barbican Centre in London. In July 2016, Prince Mateen was awarded a Master of Arts degree in international studies and diplomacy from the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of Lon ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Queen Saleha Of Brunei
Pengiran Anak Saleha (born 7 October 1946) is a member of the royal family as the wife of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah. She is the daughter of Pengiran Anak Mohamed Alam and Pengiran Anak Besar. After her husband was crowned as the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei, she succeeded her mother-in-law, Pengiran Anak Damit, as ''Raja Isteri'' (queen consort). She is the mother of Crown Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah. Early life and education Pengiran Anak Saleha was born at Kampong Sumbiling, Jalan Istana Darussalam in Brunei Town (now Bandar Seri Begawan), Brunei on 7 October 1946. She is the eldest daughter of ''Pengiran Pemancha'' Pengiran Anak Haji Mohamed Alam and Pengiran Anak Besar. In an interview, Abdul Ghani bin Jamil disclosed that Prince Hassanal Bolkiah, Prince Mohamed Bolkiah, Princess Masna Bolkiah, Princess Nor'ain, Pengiran Anak Saleha, Pengiran Muda Abdul Rahman, Pengiran Anak Yusof, Pengiran Anak Puteh, Pengiran Anak Ja'afar, and Pengiran Muda Apong were stude ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Princess Muta-Wakkilah Hayatul Bolkiah
Muta-Wakkilah Hayatul Bolkiah (born 12 October 1971) is the second child of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and Queen Saleha. Early life and education On 12 October 1971, Princess Muta-Wakkilah Hayatul Bolkiah was born at Istana Darul Hana. She went to study at St. Andrew's School. She finished her LLB at the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London, in July 2005, and was awarded a second-class honours degree. After that, she enrolled in the Bar Vocational Course (BVC) for a year beginning in August 2006 at the BPP Law School of London. She studied management studies for four years at Universiti Brunei Darussalam before pursuing law in London, where she was awarded a lower second-class honours degree. In November 2007, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, Queen Saleha, and Azrinaz Mazhar gave their assent to be present at her Call to the bar ceremony. Career On 1 May 2006, Muta-Wakkilah Hayatul Bolkiah gave permission to attend the Royal Brunei Armed Forces Military Le ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Princess Fadzilah Lubabul Bolkiah
Fadzilah Lubabul Bolkiah ( Jawi: فضيلة لباب البلقية; born 23 August 1985) is a princess of Brunei. She is the ninth child of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei by his former second wife, Hajah Mariam. She has been nicknamed Fadz by her teammates in the netball national team and sometimes referred to as the Sporty Princess by the media. Education On 19 January 2009, Princess Fadzilah was awarded her Master of Science (MSc) with honours in International Relations from the Faculty of Arts Social Sciences, Kingston University in London, and would later achieve her master's degree from Hult International Business School, Massachusetts. Sports career As the national team's official prior to the 29th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Kuala Lumpur, she praised the efforts put into preparations and progress. Fad made her national team debut as a WA in the 2018 Asian Netball Championship, where the team concluded the tournament in the 8th place. On 14 April 2019, sh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mohamed Bolkiah
Mohamed Bolkiah ibni Omar Ali Saifuddien III (born 27 August 1947) is a member of the royal family of Brunei. He is the second son of Omar Ali Saifuddien III, the 28th Sultan of Brunei, and Raja Isteri (Queen) Pengiran Anak Damit. After Brunei's independence in 1984, he became the country’s first foreign minister, serving from 1 January 1984 until 22 October 2015, alongside the second Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Lim Jock Seng. Early life and education Pengiran Muda (Prince) Mohamed Bolkiah was born on 27 August 1947 at Istana Darussalam, Brunei Town (now called Bandar Seri Begawan). He is the second son of Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien III, the 28th Sultan of Brunei, and his wife, Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Damit. Among his siblings are the current SultanHassanal Bolkiah, Prince Sufri Bolkiah, Prince Jefri Bolkiah, Princess Masna Bolkiah, Princess Nor'ain, Princess Amal Umi Kalthum Al-Islam, Princess Amal Rakiah, Princess Amal Nasibah and Princess Amal Jefriah. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Princess Azemah Ni'matul Bolkiah
Azemah Ni'matul Bolkiah (born 26 September 1984) is a polo player and princess of Brunei. She is the eighth child of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei by his former second wife, Puan Hajah Mariam. She made a name for herself in 2017 when she was one of only two female polo players from Brunei in Kuala Lumpur at the 29th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games. As one of the ten ASEAN Women in Sports ambassadors in 2021, Princess Azemah was chosen to represent Brunei as part of the ASEAN #WeScore campaign, which is sponsored by Japan. Education Princess Azemah studied at St. Andrew's School. On Thursday, 17 July 2008, she received her bachelor's degree during a convocation ceremony held at Butterworth Hall in Coventry. Warwick University granted her a Bachelor of Laws with Honors. Princess Fadzilah was present for the convocation ceremony. Sports career Known to be the Sultan's athletic daughter, she shares her father's passion for polo. She tells Tatler Malaysia that she parti ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Prince Abdul Malik Of Brunei
‘Abdul Malik ibni Hassanal Bolkiah (born 30 June 1983) is the third son of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah by his first wife, Queen Saleha, thus making him a prince of Brunei. He is currently Chairman of the Committee of Governors of Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Foundation since 1 March 2013 and Deputy Chairman 1 of ''Majlis Mesyuarat Adat Istiadat'' '' Jabatan Adat Istiadat Negara''. Early years and education Prince Malik was born in Istana Nurul Iman, the residence of the royal family and educated in Putera-Puteri School at Istana Darul-Iman. He was also a graduate of '' Persekutuan Guru-Guru Melayu Brunei'' (PGGMB) School, Jerudong International School (JIS), and University of Brunei Darussalam (UBD) with a degree in Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Educational Studies with Second Upper Class Honours on 30 October 2008. He has received instruction in tradition, customs, and etiquette in line with Islamic principles, just like his siblings and other members of royal families. Moreover, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Princess Rashidah Sa'adatul Bolkiah
Rashidah Sa'adatul Bolkiah (born 26 July 1969) is the eldest daughter of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and Queen Saleha. Education and early life Princess Rashidah (or Rashida) attended Puteri-Putera School, St. Andrew's School, Jerudong International School and graduated Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) with a Master's degree in Public Policy and Administration. She worked in the Public Service Department of the Prime Minister's Office in 1994, and the Ministry of Development in 1995. Marriage and children Marriage The marriage of Princess Rashidah and her will-be husband, ''Pengiran Maharaja Setia Laila Diraja Shahibul Irshad'' Pengiran Anak Haji Abdul Rahim, was broadcast to the public via Radio Television Brunei (RTB), and the celebration followed the Malay Muslim Monarchy philosophy. The ''Majlis Istiadat Bersuruh Diraja'' held at Istana Nurul Iman on 9 August 1996. Prior to the wedding, rumors have been circulating around the population of Brunei. The ''Gendang Ja ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Princess Majeedah Nuurul Bolkiah
Majeedah Nuurul Bolkiah (born 16 March 1976) is princess in the Brunei royal family. She is the fourth child of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and Queen Saleha. She presently serves as the Department of the Environment, Parks and Recreation's Senior Environment Officer and Chief of the Planning and Management Division. This organization is part of the Ministry of Development. Early life and education On 16 March 1976, Princess Majeedah Nuurul Bolkiah was born. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Administration and Public Policy from the University of Brunei Darussalam (UBD) and a Master of Arts in Environmental Development from King's College London in January 2005. Career On 11 February 2002, Princess Majeedah started her work as a Special Duties Officer in the Environment Unit, a division of the Ministry of Development in charge of strategic and policy-related environmental issues. Evaluating the Environmental Impact Assessment Report of the Sungai Liang Industrial Site De ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
