Friday, February 05, 2010
Brunei is an independent sovereign Sultanate, which is governed on the basis of a written Constitution. His Majesty The Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan is the supreme executive authority in Brunei Darussalam. His Majesty has occupied the position of Prime Minister since resumption of independence in 1984. His Majesty is also the Minister of Defence and Finance. (Further details at LAND AND PEOPLE
Located 443km north of the Equator, the country’s land area covers 5,765 sq km. It faces the South China Sea on Borneo’s north western shore and shares a common border with the East Malaysian state of Sarawak. There are four districts: Brunei-Muara, Temburong, Tutong and Belait. The Climate is equatorial: hot, humid and wet all year round.
CULTURE
Brunei Darussalam is richly endowed with cultural heritage steadfastly maintained until today. The setting up of the Arts and Handicraft Centre in 1975 in Bandar Seri Begawan is a living testimony as to the preservation and the proliferation of the arts and crafts of the bygone days which Brunei was renown for such as boat making, silver-smithing, bronze tooling, cloth weaving as well as mat and basket weaving. Relics and other various artistic heritage of Brunei Darussalam besides the ones mentioned above include Malay weaponry, woodcarvings, traditional games, traditional musical instruments, 'silat' (the traditional art of self defense) and decorative items for women.
FOOD BruneiHalal In Brunei Darussalam we rely on imports for much of our food. This means we must ensure that imported foods conform to strict Halal requirements. And that has led to the development of Brunei Darussalam's stringent Halal certification and regulatory system. To offer you Halal products you can choose with confidence, we took the initiative to share our Halal certification system with food procedures. We are carrying the Brunei Halal Brand Standards of impecable Halal, safety and unquestionable quality to the world. Making Halal a decision you can make with confidence. Rest assured, Brunei Halal Brand will not compromise compliance on Halal. The products you need to have confidence in, are now easy to find and safe to trust. For more information please contact:
Ghanim International Food Corporation Sdn Bhd Website www.brunei-halal.com E-mail: info@brunei-halal.com
Foreign Policy
ASEAN remains as the cornerstone of Brunei Darussalam's
foreign policy.
Asia Pacific - APEC and relations among members of the associations. Bilateral relations with other countries. The United Nations, Commonwealth, OIC and other international
organisations.
Joint Statement Between the United States of America and Negara Brunei Darussalam EDUCATION SYSTEM Brunei Darussalam welcomes foreign investment. Foreign investors are invited to actively participate in the current economic diversification programme of the country. T
The programme hinges on the development of the private sector. The Ministry of Industry and Primary Resources, which was formed in 1989, has the responsibility of promoting and facilitating industrial development in Brunei Darussalam.
(Further details at Agro-Technology Park - Brunei Darussalam The Brunei Agro Technology Park is one of major new development promoted by the Government of Brunei Darussalam through the Ministry of Industry and Primary Resources as part of its diversification strategy to promote sectors other than oil and oil-based activities. The Park will attracts research and innovative technology applications with a particular focus on life sciences-based activities in agriculture, fisheries and forestry. One of the first anchor developments will be Brunei's new Halal Science Center, a research-institute which is designed to become one of the main global centres of excellence in Halal-related activities. The Park will also be a venue for the Food Development Centre, a research and innovation for value-added processing of agricultural products and Agribusiness Incubator, which will facilitate the set up of agribusiness companies in order to tap the scientific and managerial resources and develop into viable ventures. There will be opportunities for occupants to have preferential access to knowledge and technology services associated with Brunei Halal brand. The Brunei Halal Brand is to commit to the obligation of 'Fardhu Kifayah' with an effort to increasing the number of Halal food that can be consumed by Muslims. Brunei welcomes foreign investment and offers them a range of incentives including exemption from income tax, imported goods (equipment and raw materials) and opportunities to carry forward losses and allowances. Particular benefits are given to businesses which are granted pioneer status. Brunei is flexible towards foreign equity retirements. A foreign investment project could either be wholly owned or as a joint venture and should engage in a modern intensive enterprise with strong orientation for export. For further enquires: Agro-Technology Park Unit, Department of Agriculture, Ministry of Industry and Primary Resources, Old Airport, Berakas, Bandar Seri Begawan, BB3510, Brunei Darussalam Tel: + 673 238-8000 Fax: + 673 238-2226 Website: www.agriculture.gov.bn Email: agrotecpark@industry.gov.bn Brunei Wafirah Holding SDN BHD (BRUNEI WAFIRAH) BRUNEI WAFIRAH is a wholly government owned company. As a brand owner of Brunei Halal Brand, BRUNEI WAFIRAH shall grant a license to use the Brunei Halal brand trademark to the newly established commercial company, Ghanim International Food Corporation SDN BHD. Ghanim International Food Corporation SDN BHD (GHANIM) GHANIM will provide a comprehensive supply-chain management system for the export of food certified as being hala, through Brunei Darussalam's Halal Certification process, packaged and marketed under the Brunei Halal Brand. Ghanim will also be responsible for the management, marketing and promotion of Halal products under the Brunei Halal Brand. In doing so, Ghanim shall ensure that it is implementing the highest standard in food safety management. Brunei Darussalam Halal Science Centre The establishment of a Halal Science centre is in line with Brunei Darussalam's aspire to develop its ability to provide accreditation services for Brunei Halal Certification process and Brunei Halal brand projects. This initiative will streamline Brunei's current capabilities in research and development and also in analytical services together with world-class technologies and expertise to achieve the ultimate aspiration. Government agencies involved in this project are Ministry of Industry and Primary Resources, Ministry of Health and Ministry of Education, particularly University Brunei Darussalam. The proposed Halal Science Centre will be located at the Agro Technology Park in Kampong Tungku, Gadong. This centre will accommodate offices, buildings and laboratories. For further inquiries: Halal Science Centre Unit, Brunei Halal Brand Development Division, Department of Agriculture, Ministry of Industry & Primary Resources, Old Airport, Berakas, Bandar Seri Begawan, BB3510, Brunei Darussalam Tel: +673 2388000 Fax: +673 2382226 |
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