Brunei Darussalam

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Historically fragmented and often overlooked by emerging market investors, South-east Asia has become one of the leading destinations for FDI in recent years. The creation of ASEAN, South-east Asia’s unified economic and trade bloc, has encouraged regional cooperation and better connectivity.  

Following its successful chairmanship of ASEAN in 2013, Brunei Darussalam will look to continue its role as a regional leader in areas ranging from defence to commerce. The increased focus on diversification and the growth of several industries bode well for the economy, and the coming years are expected to see Brunei Darussalam further bolster its position within ASEAN and the international economy.

Chapter | ICT from The Report: Brunei Darussalam 2013

The government has set a goal of raising ICT’s contribution to the economy from 1.6% of GDP in 2010 to 6% by 2015. Brunei Darussalam has certain demographic advantages, including high literacy and relatively strong per capita consumption of electronic goods, which make this a realistic goal. However, the ICT sector is still quite small and additional work is required to provide better access to...

Chapter | The Guide from The Report: Brunei Darussalam 2013

This chapter contains useful information for Brunei Darussalam’s visitors, including hotel listings and contact information for emergency facilities, ministries, missions, banks, airlines, and taxi services, which can assist in making a stay in Brunei Darussalam safe and smooth. The chapter’s Facts for Visitors section offers insight into communications, dress, business culture, language,...

Chapter | Tax from The Report: Brunei Darussalam 2013

This chapter contains updates on the Brunei Darussalam tax system, offering need-to-know information for doing business in the Sultanate. It also contains a tax viewpoint from Pengiran Moksin, President, Brunei Darussalam Institute of Certified Public Accounts, and Partner, Deloitte.

Chapter | Legal Framework from The Report: Brunei Darussalam 2013

There are two parallel systems of law operating in Brunei Darussalam: English common law and sharia law. This chapter contains information helpful for navigating the Sultanate’s legal climate, particularly in the context of business. It also includes a legal framework viewpoint from Colin Ong, Managing Partner, Dr Colin Ong Legal Services, and President, Arbitration Association of Brunei...

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