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    Brunei Introduction - 2006

    https://theodora.com/wfbcurrent/brunei/brunei_introduction.html
    SOURCE: 2006 CIA WORLD FACTBOOK

      Background:
      The Sultanate of Brunei's influence peaked between the 15th and 17th centuries when its control extended over coastal areas of northwest Borneo and the southern Philippines. Brunei subsequently entered a period of decline brought on by internal strife over royal succession, colonial expansion of European powers, and piracy. In 1888, Brunei became a British protectorate; independence was achieved in 1984. The same family has ruled Brunei for over six centuries. Brunei benefits from extensive petroleum and natural gas fields, the source of one of the highest per capita GDPs in the developing world.


      NOTE: The information regarding Brunei on this page is re-published from the 2006 World Fact Book of the United States Central Intelligence Agency. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of Brunei Introduction 2006 information contained here. All suggestions for corrections of any errors about Brunei Introduction 2006 should be addressed to the CIA.

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