Brunei’s culture mainly derived from the Old Malay World, which encompassed the Malay Archipelago and from this stemmed what is known as the Malay Civilisation. Based on historical facts, various cultural elements and foreign civilisations had a hand in influencing the culture of this country.
Officially name: The State of Brunei Darussalam or The Nation of Brunei, The Abode of Peace
Capital: Bandar Seri Begawan
Largest city: Bandar Seri Begawan
Official language: Malay (Bahasa Melayu)
Government: Islamic Absolute Monarchy
Brunei has one of the best healthcare systems in the world. The government-operated healthcare system is free for all citizens of Brunei, and immigrant employees pay only minimal charges. There are government hospitals in all four of the country’s districts, as well as two private hospitals.