Brunei's official name is Negara Brunei Darussalam (meaning "Abode of Peace").
The capital of Brunei is Bandar Seri Begawan.
Brunei, a monarchy, and has been ruled by the same family for over six centuries.
Brunei is an Islamic state, and the Sultan is the head of the Islamic population. There are also Buddhists, Confucianists, Daoists, and Christian minorities.
Malay is the official language, but English is widely used. Chinese dialects are spoken as well.
Etiquette in Brunei is very conservative? (That means no "loud" or "showy" clothes, no public display of affection, etc.)
Businessmen in Brunei are called "Haji" or "Dato" while businesswomen are called "Hajah" or "Datin."
When visiting a house in Brunei, it is polite to remove your shoes before entering the house.
People do not point with their index fingers, but with their thumbs. People do not beckon with their fingers either, but rather with their whole hand, making sure that the palm is facing downwards.
The right fist should never be smacked into the left palm.
Bruneians shake hands lightly and bring their hands to their chest.
The right fist should never be smacked into the left palm.
Bruneians shake hands lightly and bring their hands to their chest.
Resources
Brunei Facts - http://www.tgmag.ca/ap/country/apbru.html
Culture of Brunei Darussalam - http://www.everyculture.com/Bo-Co/Brunei-Darussalam.html
World Info Zone - http://worldinfozone.com/facts.php?country=Brunei
