Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah

World’s Richest Monarch? THIS Sultan Paid Michael Jackson $17 Million For 3 Live Shows, Owns Luxurious Cars, Palace, Married Thrice; He Is....

Sultan Of Brunei: Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei is known for his wealth and power. From his grand $1.4 billion palace to a $17 million birthday concert by Michael Jackson, he combines luxury, generosity, and global influence in his leadership. The wealthiest man in the world for many years, Bolkiah has married thrice after becoming the Sultan in 1967 at the young age of 21 reportedly. Notably, Prime Minister Narendra Modi became the first Indian PM to visit the strategically located nation on the island of Borneo.

Jan 07, 2025, 14:22 PM IST

Two busy days of India's ASEAN outreach. Here is the full schedule

The ASEAN-India Commemorative Summit is meant to mark 25 years of the ASEAN-India dialogue.

Jan 24, 2018, 23:46 PM IST

Hamid Ansari visits historic mosque in Brunei

Vice President Hamid Ansari on Tuesday paid a visit to the historic Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien mosque here in Brunei's capital.

Feb 02, 2016, 17:24 PM IST

Brunei is not the only country to ban Christmas. There are a few others

There are countries across the world where celebrating Christmas can land you in jail.

Dec 24, 2015, 14:41 PM IST