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Extractions: Brunei Bruneians are predominantly Malay, and customs, beliefs and pastimes are very similar to those of Peninsular Malaysia. Adat , or customary law, governs many of the country's ceremonies; there is even a government department responsible for preserving ceremony and advising on protocol, dress and heraldry. Brunei is a fairly strict Muslim country and a Ministry of Religious Affairs fosters and promotes Islam. The constitution does, however, allow for other religions to be practised. The official language is Malay, but English is widely spoken. Jawi , Malay written in Arabic script, is taught in schools, and most signs in the country are written both in Jawi and Roman script. During the height of the Brunei sultanates, brass and silver artisans produced finely designed brass gongs, cannons and household vessels. They were often embossed with designs of serpents and animals or verses from the Koran. Many crafts failed to survive the decline of the sultanate, but silverwork and weaving are two traditional crafts that have been preserved. : We've tried to make the information on this web site as accurate as possible, but it is provided 'as is' and we accept no responsibility for any loss, injury or inconvenience sustained by anyone resulting from this information. You should verify critical information like visas, health and safety, customs, and transportation) with the relevant authorities before you travel.
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Extractions: Bruneians active in sports SPORTS is actively encouraged in Brunei Darussalam by the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports. Besides promoting sports in schools and sports clubs, the ministry also provides extensive sporting facilities throughout the country. Bruneians participate regularly in international sporting events and sports festivals. They have won gold medals in some of the international events, including the Southeast Asian Games. While soccer is the most commonly- played sport in the country, local games such as silat, the Malay martial art, and sepak takraw, a game using one's feet or head to propel a rattan ball to the side of the net, are also popular. Still other favourite sports include gasing, in which players compete with highly polished giant tops, badminton, sailing windsurfing, cycling, motoring and golf. The nation's main sports facility is the 35,000 seater Hassanal Bolkiah Stadium located at the centre of the new multi-purpose sports complex in the capital. The stadium has excellent facilities for athletic track and field, football, tennis, squash, jogging and swimming.
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Extractions: "Brunei is one of the oldest existing polities in Southeast Asia," observe D. Ranjit Singh and Jatswan S. Sidhu in their excellent Historical Dictionary of Brunei Darussalam (1997). It has a "rich historical heritage," they continue, "and is the longest surviving sultanate in the region." If that's not incentive enough to introduce your students to this unit on Brunei, compare the third curriculum standard listed below with this further assessment by Singh and Sidhu: "Through the ages … Brunei acquired an astute sense in the use of international diplomacy. The monarchy especially made effective use of this tool to steer the kingdom out of very tight situations and, in the process, has managed to save and preserve the identity of the state … to bring it to the status of a full sovereign nation." Clearly, Brunei is an excellent topic for teachers working on any standard of learning (SOL) that deals with the impact of globalization on traditional societies.
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Extractions: Bruneians are predominantly Malay, and customs, beliefs and pastimes are very similar to those of Peninsular Malaysia. Adat, or customary law, governs many of the country's ceremonies; there is even a government department responsible for preserving ceremony and advising on protocol, dress and heraldry. Brunei is a fairly strict Muslim country and a Ministry of Religious Affairs fosters and promotes Islam. The constitution does, however, allow for other religions to be practised. The official language is Malay, but English is widely spoken. Jawi, Malay written in Arabic script, is taught in schools, and most signs in the country are written both in Jawi and Roman script. During the height of the Brunei sultanates, brass and silver artisans produced finely designed brass gongs, cannons and household vessels. They were often embossed with designs of serpents and animals or verses from the Koran. Many crafts failed to survive the decline of the sultanate, but silverwork and weaving are two traditional crafts that have been preserved.
Extractions: In spite of many similarities between schools in Brunei and those in the U.K, Canada, New Zealand and Australia, teachers taking up contracts must be prepared for considerable differences as well. Brunei is an independent, sovereign state with its own culture and perspectives. Although it has maintained a long association with Britain, it is a mistake to overestimate any impact which this might have had. Teachers (and their families) must be prepared for varying degrees of culture shock, particularly if they have not undertaken overseas postings before. Flexibility, patience, tolerance and a sense of humour are all qualities of inestimable value to the newcomer. Initially, frustration levels in schools can be very high and there is a tendency to make comparisons between the way things are done in Brunei and at home. Voicing these thoughts will not endear the newcomer to his local colleagues and will bore the more experienced expatriates who have heard it all before. It is far better to adopt a pragmatic approach and try to work within the system as effectively as possible. All teachers are expected to engage in extra curricular activities and to undertake occasional duties such as attending parades on national holidays which would be outside the normal realm of a teachers work elsewhere.
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Extractions: Jump to: Introduction Facts for the Traveler When to Go Events ... Maps This tiny oil-rich Islamic sultanate lying on the northwest coast of Borneo is known chiefly for the astounding wealth of its Sultan, its tax-free, subsidised society, and the fact that (statistically at least) its 280,000 people enjoy one of the highest per capita incomes on earth. Despite the ostentatious modern public buildings in the capital, most of the country remains undeveloped, unexploited and untouched by the outside world. Brunei is a little slice of Islamic heaven. Alcohol is virtually unobtainable, there's no nightlife to speak of, and the political culture encourages quiet acquiescence to the edicts of the sultan. The folk of Brunei are amply rewarded for their conformist ways with free healthcare, free education, free sporting centres, cheap loans and high, tax-free wages. Full country name: Negara Brunei Darussalam
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Extractions: History During the 15th and 16th centuries, Brunei was a considerable regional power, controlling not only most of Borneo but parts of the Philippines as well. The Spanish and the Portuguese were the first Europeans to arrive, but it was the British, who arrived in the region in the 17th and 18th centuries, who began to erode Brunei's influence. Sarawak was ceded to the British in the 19th century and a series of 'treaties' were forced on the Sultan as James Brooke, the first White Rajah of Sarawak, consolidated his power base. In 1888, the sultanate became a British protectorate. Brunei was gradually whittled away until, with a final dash of absurdity, Limbang was ceded to Sarawak in 1890, thus dividing the country in half. In 1929, just as Brunei was about to be swallowed up entirely, oil was discovered. British plans to make Brunei a part of the Malaysian Federation were upset by a revolt in 1962. The Sultan suspended the constitution and opted for independence. The country has been under emergency laws ever since and mooted elections have never eventuated. In 1984, Brunei became completely independent, and underlined its new independence from Britain by joining ASEAN. Since then, it has moved towards Islamic fundamentalism. In 1991, the sale of alcohol was banned and stricter dress codes have been introduced.
Extractions: Activities include diving, dive training (PADI) walks, white water rafting, fishing, sailing, sail training (AYF/RYA Yachtmaster scheme) team challenge exercises, and water skiing. Our natural heritage tours focus on rainforest, wildlife, rivers, mangroves and islands. Our cultural heritage tours include museums, mosques, palaces, water villages, longhouses, river cruises, handicrafts, traditional technology and local markets. Accommodation can range from a six star resort hotel, a chalet on an isolated island or deep in the jungle, a longhouse, a local village home-stay, a Rainforest Lodge National Park bunkroom, or even a tent.
Extractions: About Brunei ... Links A Kingdom of Unexpected Treasures About Brunei Abode of Peace is the literal translation of Brunei Darussalam. Brunei is located on the north-west coast of exotic Borneo, surrounded by the Malaysian state of Sarawak, and on the west, by the South China Sea. Brunei is divided into four districts, Brunei-Muara, Temburong, Tutong and Belait. The country consists of 5,765 sq km of land, most of which is still covered by rich tropical rainforest. Of this, the majority is still untouched primary jungle which hosts a large variety of flora and fauna. History Once called Poli or Puni by sixth century Chinese historians, Bruneis exposure to Islam started as far back as the 5th century. Bruneis empire once extended throughout Borneo, the southern parts of the Philippines and parts of Indonesia. When European influence spread throughout the region, Bruneis territory and power declined. In 1906 Brunei became a British protectorate and the British Resident became an adviser to the Sultan on all matters except Islamic affairs and Malay customs. In 1959, the Anglo-Brunei Treaty was signed and this gave Brunei its first constitution. In 1979, both countries signed a treaty of friendship and co-operation, paving the way for full independence in 1984. Membership of the UN, the British Commonwealth, ASEAN, and the Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC) quickly followed.
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Extractions: Brunei Darussalam population estimate in 1996 is 305,100 persons comprising of 161,500 males and 143,600 females. The largest racial group is Malay comprising of 294,000 persons (66.9%), followed by Chinese 46,300 persons (15.2%), Other Indigenous 18,100 persons (5.9%) and Other 36,700 persons (11.9%). About 126,500 person (41.5%) is below the age of 20 years and 20,600 persons (6.8%) age 55 years and above. Annual rate of increase is 3.1%. Brunei.Muara district has the largest population of 201,100 pers ons (65.9%), Belait and Tutong districts with 61,800 persons (20.3%) and 33,500 persons (11.0%) respectively. Temburong district has the smallest population of about 8,700 persons (2.9%). Demographic Indicators (1996 figures) Crude Birth Rate per 1,000: Crude Death Rate per 1,000: Infant Mortality Rate per 1000 Live births: Life Expectancy (years): Male 74, Female 77 Religion:
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Extractions: About ZUJI Travel Resource Links Travel Resources Home Research a Destination Convert Currency Check Weather Check Visa Requirements Buy Travel Insurance Flight Arrival/Departure Info Book a Flight Find a Hotel Hire a Car Log-in Log-out Become a Member Site Map Travel Resources Home Destination Guides Travel Tools Culture Bruneians are predominantly Malay, and customs, beliefs and pastimes are very similar to those of Peninsular Malaysia. Adat , or customary law, governs many of the country's ceremonies; there is even a government department responsible for preserving ceremony and advising on protocol, dress and heraldry. Brunei is a fairly strict Muslim country and a Ministry of Religious Affairs fosters and promotes Islam. The constitution does, however, allow for other religions to be practised. The official language is Malay, but English is widely spoken. Jawi , Malay written in Arabic script, is taught in schools, and most signs in the country are written both in Jawi and Roman script.
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Extractions: Bandar Seri Begawan - Thailand has emerged overall champion in the 26th ASEAN Schools Athletics championship 2002. Second place went to Malaysia and Indonesia was third in the two-day event, which ended yesterday. In the 14 events competed Thailand collected 15 gold, 17 silver and 8 bronze. Malaysia in second place won 14 gold, 14 silver, and 11 bronze while Indonesia took home 4 gold, 3 silver and 8 bronze.
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Extractions: Foundation Programmes Office, National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University ABSTRACT To equip the young citizens of Singapore with skills and knowledge to meet the challenges of the new millenium, the Government of Singapore has set as its vision "Thinking Schools, Learning Nation". The Thinking Programme piloted in 1996 is one of the measures to foster thinking skills in school. Singapore is probably one of the very few nations to have an official Thinking Programme implemented in schools at all levels. In order to actualise "Thinking Schools", changes are introduced from reduction in curricular content and setting up IT network in schools, to additional criteria in the admission requirements of local Universities. This paper gives an overview of the measures taken and changes planned to realise the vision of "Thinking Schools, Learning Nation".
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