Brunei Darussalam’s relations with the United States can be traced back to
the 1850s, when Brunei Darussalam signed an agreement with the United States on the Treaty of Friendship and Commerce. In this Treaty, Brunei Darussalam has been recognized as an independent nation and in return, the United States has been given the status of a consular exequaturs.
Diplomatic relations between Brunei Darussalam and the United States was formalized on the 10th March 1984. Relations were further enhanced when both countries set up their embassies at the two capitals respectively. Relations between the two countries continue to strengthen and involve cooperation in many areas such as political, economic and defense either bilaterally or cooperation through international organisations.
