​Since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1992, the friendship and multi-field cooperation between Vietnam and Brunei has been developing well. As members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Vietnam and Brunei together participate actively and proactively, making important contributions in all fields of ASEAN cooperation as well as in the determination of the future development, cooperation direction and major decisions of ASEAN. Thereby, the two parties contribute to strengthening solidarity, enhancing the role and position of ASEAN in the region and in the international arena, maintaining peace, stability, cooperation and development in the region.

 

In March of 2019, Vietnam - Brunei established the Comprehensive Partnership, marking an important step forward in terms of quantity and quality in the bilateral relationship, demonstrating the common determination of the two countries' senior leaders in the substantive and effective cooperation, in line with the general trend of the region and the world. In terms of politics, high-level political exchanges between the two countries are maintained regularly. Economically, the two-way trade turnover between Vietnam and Brunei reached more than 250 million USD in 2020 and 2021. As of January 2022, Brunei ranked 25th out of 140 countries and territories investing in Vietnam. Male. Regarding people-to-people diplomacy and citizen protection, the Brunei government has actively supported the Vietnamese people in the context of COVID-19.

Currently, Brunei is the 22nd country of 130 countries and territories investing in Vietnam. Particularly in ASEAN, Brunei is the fourth largest investor in Vietnam with 176 projects worth more than 1 billion USD. Many coordination mechanisms have been established and developed in all fields from diplomacy, security and defense to economy, trade, investment and science, education, and people-to-people exchanges.

Overview of Brunei

Brunei, formally Brunei Darussalam is a country located on the north coast of the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia. bordering the East Sea and Malaysia, close to an important sea route through the East Sea, connecting India Ocean with the Pacific Ocean. It consists of two separate parts located in the State of Sarawak of Malaysia. Except for the North bordering the East Sea, the remaining three directions of Brunei share a border with East Malaysia (381 km).

Brunei has the area of 5,769 km2, including 70% of forest, 160 km of long coastline. Its population is 417,784 (in 2013), including 66.3% of Malaysian people, 11.2% of Chinese people, 3.4% of the native residents, 19.1% of other ethnicities. Its capital is Bandar Seri Begawan

In the sixth century, Brunei was a powerful country in Southeast Asia. Since 1888, Brunei was under British protectorate. During the years 1941-1945, Brunei was occupied by Japan. After the Second World War, Brunei was again colonized by the British. In 1959, under pressure from the national liberation movement, Britain was forced to accept Brunei's own Constitution. On January 1 of 1984, Brunei officially declared itself an independent country within the United Kingdom. The date of February 23, 1984 is the National Day of Brunei. The King and Prime Minister head the State and Government. In addition to the Government, there is a Religious Council that advises on religious matters, a Privy Council that deals with constitutional issues, and a Council of Succession to decide on the succession to the throne when necessary; The members of these three Councils are all appointed by the King. Brunei is hereditary.

Brunei has large oil and gas reserves. Crude oil and natural gas production accounts for nearly half of gross domestic product (GDP). The prosperous economy is mainly based on exports of crude oil and natural gas. Brunei has large revenues from foreign investment and from domestic production. Due to its large income and small population, the Government of Brunei has implemented many social policies for the benefit of the people. Bruneian culture is predominantly Malay, with major influences from Islam. Islam is very influential, becoming the ideology and philosophy of Brunei. Non-Muslims are allowed to bring in a limited amount of alcohol from outside for their own use. Education is subsidized by the government from the lowest to the highest level of education both at home and abroad. Primary and secondary education is taught in Malay, English and Chinese. The University of Brunei in the capital is an organization with an advanced education system.

The friendship relations between the people of Dong Nai and those of Brunei.

 

VUFO President Nguyen Phuong Nga sent a letter of congratulations on 30 Anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between Vietnam - Brunei

Dong Nai is a potential destination for foreign investors as well as ASEAN countries, including Bruneian businesses because of its advantages in transport infrastructure, climate, and topography. Of the six ASEAN countries investing in Dong Nai, Brunei is the third one with about 1.2 billion USD. Dong Nai government always creates favorable conditions for Brunei businesses to operate effectively.

Besides economic cooperation, Dong Nai province is also very interested in people-to-people exchange activities. In 2021, the Dong Nai government established the Vietnam - ASEAN Friendship Association of the province with 167 members, playing the role of a bridge of friendship between the people of Dong Nai and the people of ASEAN countries in general and with those of Brunei in particular. Through friendship exchanges with diplomatic missions, Bruneian businesses are cooperating and investing in the province. The establishment of the Association has created a new development in the friendship relationship between the people of the province and those of ASEAN countries, including Bunei. It demonstrates the importance and practical significance in promoting the relationship between the two countries through exchange activities, cooperation opportunities, solidarity and friendship activities.