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  Hassanal Bolkiah Summary
Hassanal is the 29th sultan in a dynasty that is believed to be one of the oldest in the world.
Ke Bawah Duli Yang Maha Mulia Paduka Seri Baginda Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Al-Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Almarhum Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin, GCMG (born July 15, 1946) is the 29th Sultan of Brunei, the eldest son of Omar Ali Saifuddin Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, the previous sultan.
Crown Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah Bolkiah is the sultan's heir, born by Queen Saleha.
www.bookrags.com /Hassanal_Bolkiah   (2737 words)

  
 Russia and Brunei Will Exchange Know-How - Kommersant Moscow
Hassanal Bolkiah inherited his throne in 1967 when he was 21 years old.
In 1984, Hassanal Bolkiah prohibited parliamentary elections and in 1991 he introduced a new conservative ideology that presented the monarchy as the main and only defender of the Islamic faith in Brunei.
Despite the idea of diversification, Hassanal Bolkiah is primarily researching in Russia its energy sector.
www.kommersant.com /page.asp?id=583453   (987 words)

  
 President Hu Jintao Holds Talks with Bruneian Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah
Bolkiah held a welcoming ceremony for President Hu at the square in front of royal palace.
Bolkiah said President Hu's suggestions demonstrate the active attitude of the Chinese government to develop good-neighborly relations with Brunei.
Bolkiah indicated the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea signed between China and the ASEAN countries is a great step forward.
www.fmprc.gov.cn /eng/zxxx/t193042.htm   (848 words)

  
 The Government of Brunei Darussalam
His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah, the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, is the 29th of his line, which dates back to the fourteenth century.
Besides being the Sultan and the Ruler, His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah is concurrently the Prime Minister, Defence Minister, Finance Minister, and head of the religion of Brunei Darussalam.
One of His Majesty's remarkable achievements was the setting up of the Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Foundation in 1992.
www.brunei.gov.bn /government   (411 words)

  
 Muda Hassanal Bolkiah - Search Results - MSN Encarta
Muda Hassanal Bolkiah, born in 1946, twenty-ninth sultan of Brunei (1967- ), born in the capital Bandar Seri Begawan.
Kedah, state in northwestern Malaysia, on the Malay Peninsula and part of the area known as West Malaysia.
Sultan Sir Muda Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzadin Waddaulah Isstana Darul Hana, Brunei.
encarta.msn.com /Muda_Hassanal_Bolkiah.html   (207 words)

  
 Sun.Star Network Online - AFP, PNP in high alert for Bolkiah's visit
Bolkiah in an earlier meeting with President Arroyo agreed the importance of bilateral, regional and international cooperation in combating terrorism.
Bolkiah in his scheduled PMA visit is set to pardon 146 cadets and cadettes meted with minor punishments like touring, confinement and demerits.
Bolkiah, is himself had qualified for admission as cadet officer in Sandhurst Royal Military Academy in the United Kingdom and was commissioned as captain in 1967.
www.sunstar.com.ph /static/net/2003/01/28/afp.pnp.in.high.alert.for.bolkiah.s.visit.html   (437 words)

  
 Aspirasi NDP - Constitution
To defend the Sovereignty of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah and his descendants as Sultans and Rulers and Possessors of Authority in the Nation State of Brunei Darussalam, exercising power and governance based upon the teachings of the Quran and the Traditions of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
To defend the Status of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah and his descendants as heirs in perpetuity to the the throne of the Nation State of Brunei Darussalam.
To serve and support His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah and his descendants in upholding and defending the Religion of Islam and the Divine Law in the Nation State of Brunei Darussalam, without any discrimination or injustice against the adherents of other faiths.
aspirasi-ndp.com /en/constitution/index.htm   (422 words)

  
 Asean Focus Group - Asian Analysis
On 15 July 2006, HM Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah celebrated the sixtieth anniversary of his birth (Hari Keputeraan 60), a joyous occasion which gave the entire nation an opportunity to express its love and affection for the raja pemedulian or 'caring monarch'.
Given that Haji Hassanal is universally beloved of his people, there would seem to be no need for unwanted Western imports, such as democratic elections.
Sir Hassanal is praised for having won the respect of the international community, a respect, which, by extension, devolves upon the sultanate as a whole and gives it a new prestige.
www.aseanfocus.com /asiananalysis/article.cfm?articleID=996   (1041 words)

  
 Brudirect.com  - Local News
The stage is set for all eight teams to battle it out in the Hassanal Bolkiah Trophy for Asean Youth Football Championship 2007, which will kick off tonight at 7.30pm at the Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium.
Thailand, the previous champion of the Hassanal Bolkiah Trophy in 2005 is quite confident of retaining the trophy.
Yesterday afternoon, the managers of all the participating teams of the Hassanal Bolkiah Trophy for Asean Youth Football Championship 2007 met with BAFA officials in a briefing for the tournament at the Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium.
www.brudirect.com /DailyInfo/News/Archive/Mar07/030307/nite13.htm   (505 words)

  
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Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah had in-depth talks with China’s top legislator Li Peng during the latter’s visit to his country, and the two leaders agreed to further expand cooperation between the two countries.
Bolkiah said that the two countries should work together to consolidate existing relations and make contributions to peace and development in the region.
Bolkiah expressed gratitude for the honorary doctorate and said he is willing to further contribute to enhancing bilateral ties and educational exchanges between the two countries.
www.hku.hk /cas/cap/programmes/review2001.doc   (20418 words)

  
 Brunei Tourism   (Site not responding. Last check: )
At the helm of the only remaining Malay Islamic Monarchy in the world, the Sultan of Brunei comes from a family line that dates back over 600 years to 1405 when the first Sultan ascended the throne, founding a dynasty of which the current Sultan, His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, is the 29th ruler.
Under the rule of Sultan Bolkiah, Brunei began to expand into an empire, with territorial holdings that would eventually encompass the island of Borneo and parts of the Philippines.
In 1967, the current Sultan, His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah was made the 29th ruler of Brunei Darussalam, leading the nation achieving its independence in 1984.
www.tourismbrunei.com /heritage/monarchy.html   (385 words)

  
 Hassanal Bolkiah - Biography of Hassanal Bolkiah
His Majesty Paduka Seri Baginda Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah is the Sultan of Brunei, the eldest son of Sir Omar Ali Saifuddin Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, the previous sultan.
Bolkiah's heir is his son with Queen Saleha, Crown Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah Bolkiah.
The Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah, has praised Prime Minister Surayud Chulanont's handling of the insurgency in the South while urging the government to be patient.Comment
www.spiritus-temporis.com /hassanal-bolkiah   (302 words)

  
 Hassanal Bolkiah
Hassanal Bolkiah gilt als einer der reichsten Männer der Erde: die Schätzungen seines privaten Vermögens beliefen sich 2003 auf rund 38,9 Milliarden US-Dollar.
Bolkiahs Hobby ist der Reitsport; er gilt als einer der besten Polo-Spieler der Welt.
Bolkiahs Untertanen zahlen keine Steuern und genießen einen exzellent ausgestatteten öffentlichen Dienstleistungssektor mit hervorragender Gesundheitsvorsorge, die zudem kostenlos ist, sowie freiem Schul- und Universitätsbesuch.
www.xn--enzyklopdie-s8a.de /Hassanal_Bolkiah.html   (401 words)

  
 Brunei
Hassanal al Bolkiah, the Sultan of Brunei, gives a photo-op.
It is doubtful that he had anything to do with the downfall of S. Chung and the incarceration of Hin Chew, as he had bigger fish to fry.
The Sultan, Hassanal Bolkiah, had not yet built his new palace.
www.escapefromparadise.com /NewFiles/brun.html   (790 words)

  
 Muda Hassanal Bolkiah, Sultan of Brunei - Picture - MSN Encarta
Muda Hassanal Bolkiah, Sultan of Brunei - Picture - MSN Encarta
Muda Hassanal Bolkiah, Sultan of Brunei, is pictured here at the 1993 silver jubilee celebrations of his accession to the throne in 1967.
Reputed to be the world’s richest person, the sultan has ruled by decree since a failed rebellion in 1962, but he has utilized the wealth generated by Brunei’s enormous oil and gas reserves to develop comprehensive health, social welfare, and educational facilities which are provided free to all the country’s citizens.
uk.encarta.msn.com /media_121644197_761574726_-1_1/Muda_Hassanal_Bolkiah_Sultan_of_Brunei.html   (93 words)

  
 The Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Foundation Celebrates 11th Anniversary
In conjunction with the 11th anniversary of the establishment of the Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Foundation, a doa kesyukuran ceremony was held Saturday night at the Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Institute of Tahfiz at Jalan Tutong.
Present at the ceremony were the members of the foundation administration and board of directors, special guests, as well the staff of the foundation and students of the Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Institute of Tahfiz.
The Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Foundation was established with the consent of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Muizzadin Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Dipertuan of Brunei Darussalam on the 5th of October 1992 in conjunction with the silver jubilee of His Majesty's accession to the throne.
www.rtb.gov.bn /NewsUpdate/2003/October03/061003/main7.htm   (204 words)

  
 Encyclopedie :: Hassanal Bolkiah   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah (15 juli 1946) is sultan, premier en minister (defensie en financiën) van Brunei en een van de rijkste mensen ter wereld.
HIS Majesty, Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei Darussalam, is on a state visit to the Philippinesbetween both countries.
Letter to Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei Darussalam Your Majesty, Brunei is changing rapidly, and I'm worried.
www.encyclopedie.ws /Hassanal_Bolkiah   (282 words)

  
 The Standard - Royal hint in Brunei shake-up - World Section
Brunei's Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah has appointed his son, Crown Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah, as senior minister in a cabinet revamp, triggering speculation about the succession timetable.
He noted that Hassanal became sultan in 1967 at the age of 21 after his father, Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien, abdicated.
Last September, two weeks after his son's wedding, Sultan Hassanal cleared the way for the kingdom's first elections in more than 40 years but said democratic reforms should be implemented with caution.
www.thestandard.com.hk /stdn/std/World/GE26Wd06.html   (418 words)

  
 The Jakarta Post - The Journal of Indonesia Today   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah of Brunei Darussalam is renowned not only for his vast wealth, but also for his great concern for humanity.
Among his acclaimed undertakings is the Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Foundation, which oversees the distribution of financial aid for Bruneians in need.
The first-born son of Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Sa'adatul Khairi Waddien, Hassanal Bolkiah was born on July 15, 1946 in Darussalam Palace in Bandar Brunei, now Bandar Seri Begawan, and was crowned on Oct. 5, 1967 and inaugurated as the 29th Sultan of Brunei on Aug. 1, 1968.
www.thejakartapost.com /yesterdaydetail.asp?fileid=20030411.S03   (536 words)

  
 Pakistan and Brunei agree to bolster economic ties -DAWN - Top Stories; 19 May, 2004
President Pervez Musharraf and Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei, who led the two sides in official talks here at the Aiwan-i-Sadr, reaffirmed their mutual desire to upgrade relationship substantially.
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah said he would instruct the Brunei investment agency to step up its interaction with Pakistan for exploring avenues of substantial ventures.
The two leaders went into talks soon after the arrival of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, who is paying a three-day state visit to Pakistan at the invitation of President Musharraf.
www.dawn.com /2004/05/19/top5.htm   (442 words)

  
 Brunei
Front: His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah, the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, the 29th of his line, which dates back to the fourteenth century.
This is the primary layer of the rainforest, which rises to 45m.
This layer of the rainforest is very important botanically because of the diversity of its plant species; it is characterized by shrubby species and juvenile trees that grow only 1 to 6 meters off the forest floor.
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 Brunei
As of June 2007, Brunei is the 5th country in the world to fully convert to polymer notes.
Signature of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah appears on all bank notes of Brunei.
The portrait of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah appears on all bank notes of Brunei, except on S6.
www.polymernotes.org /country_pages/brn.htm   (675 words)

  
 Hassanal Bolkiah - Definition, explanation
Sir Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzadin Waddaulah (born July 15, 1946) is the Sultan of Brunei, the eldest son of Omar Ali Saifuddin III, the previous sultan.
His heir is his son with Queen Saleha, Crown Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah Bolkiah.
This biography of a member of the nobility is a stub.
www.calsky.com /lexikon/en/txt/h/ha/hassanal_bolkiah.php   (205 words)

  
 Wen Jiabao Meets with Brunei's Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah
On October 31, 2006, Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao met in Nanning with Brunei's Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah on the sidelines of the China-ASEAN Commemorative Summit marking the 15th anniversary of the establishment of Dialogue Relations between China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Bolkiah agreed with Wen, saying Brunei hoped to keep high-level contact with China and strengthen economic, trade and agricultural cooperation with China so as to push for bilateral ties.
He welcomed more investments from China and said that Brunei is willing to keep in contact with China on the joint exploitation in the South China Sea.
www.fmprc.gov.cn /eng/zxxx/t278916.htm   (351 words)

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