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500 Rolls-Royces, $20,000 haircuts, and a 1,788-room palace: Everything we know about the lavish life of the Sultan of Brunei, who sparked outrage after introducing a law punishing homosexuality with death

• The Sultan of Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah is currently the subject of widespread condemnation for making homosexuality punishable with the death penalty.
• The torrent of criticism got so loud Bolkiah backpedaled on Sunday, promising the law would never be enforced, but it still exists as legislation.
• But he was once a young, liberal "playboy" who embraced hedonism and freedom, despite being the head of the Muslim faith in the small southeast Asian nation. 
• Spurred on by his profligate brother Prince Jefri, the sultan spent billions on yachts, cars, statues, casinos, and almost everything else money can buy. 
• Here's an inside look at what his life is like. 
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The Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah, was widely condemned in April for ushering in new laws to punish homosexuality with death by stoning as part of a move to align the country with Sharia law, a strict interpretation of Islam. 

After a huge backlash from celebrities and Western governments alike, the sultan backpedaled this week , promising that the punishment will not be enforced. Brunei will, however, keep the law on its statute books, the Sultan added.

Before becoming an advocate for the strictest form of Islam, the 72-year-old sultan was once known for his lavish, liberal, and western lifestyle.

At one point the richest man on the planet, worth as much as $40 billion, his exploits included reportedly racing Ferraris at midnight through Brunei's capital, commissioning a 1,788 room palace, and spending $20,000 to get his hair cut.

Here's a look at the Sultan of Brunei's extravagant, fabulous life. 

Bolkiah was born on 15 July 1946, the son of Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien III.

Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien had 10 children, six daughters and four sons, with several wives, but chose Bolkiah to succeed him from an early age. 

The future sultan kept a low profile in his teens. He was home schooled and then sent to secondary school at The Victoria Institution, in Malaysia.

1965: After leaving school, Bolkiah married his cousin Pengiran Anak Saleha in an arranged marriage. He was 19.

The couple have had two sons and four daughters together. Bolkiah has four other children shared between his two other wives.

Bolkiah is the 29th sultan to come from the same family, one which was famous for marrying internally. 

In 1967, Bolkiah travelled to England to train at the UK's Royal Military Academy, in Sandhurst. While he was there, his father abdicated making him the new sultan.

Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien III stepped down in protest against encroaching communism and also demands from Britain for Brunei to be more democratic. 

Bolkiah ascended to the throne upon on his return in August 1968.

Source: Dictionary of the Modern Politics of Southeast Asia

Despite becoming a married man and leader of the nation, Bolkiah did not let his nuptials get in the way of enjoying himself. He soon became famous the world over for spending his billion dollar fortune.

With his brother Prince Jefri, Bolkiah spent big in London's casinos and bought luxury cars, yachts, and hotels.

Jefri was notoriously bad with money, and said to be a bad influence on the newly appointed sultan.

Source: Vanity Fair

Bolkiah commissioned his own private zoo — which has 30 Bengal tigers. The sultan entertains world leaders who visit Brunei with shows at the zoo.

The zoo contains falcons, flamingos and cockatoos which can play basketball, ride bicycles, sing, talk, and imitate other animals, the sultan's zoo keeper told The Bangkok Post.

He also got the world's most successful ever golfer, Jack Nicklaus, to design a golf course for him at one of his hotels.

But as Bolkiah got older, and took the head of state role more seriously, he had to deal with Prince Jefri's insatiable appetite for luxury.

Jefri — who was finance minister for much of 1980s and 1990s — spent tens of billions of dollars of the crown estate's money funding an even more lavish lifestyle than his brother.

He was sacked as a minister by the sultan in 1997, who accused him of embezzling as much as $16 billion.

Jefri's 150-foot yacht, called "Tits," was also seized by the the sultan.

The two small boats used to ferry people to and from it were called "Nipple 1" and "Nipple 2."

Prince Jefri's remaining assets were sold off by the crown in a 2001 auction. CNN reported it took six days to sell off over 10,000 items

The auction included, CNN said, one eight-foot bronze Trojan horse, several jacuzzi covered in gold plate, several statues of flamingos, a Comanche helicopter simulator, a plane, and an F1 race car.

In 1981, Bolkiah got married again to a non-royal flight attendant Mariam. The pair were married until 2003.

Source: Sydney Morning Herald

In 1984, Brunei gained formal independence from the UK, and Bolkiah wanted to mark the occasion like never before.

To celebrate, he commissioned a $600 million palace, known as "Istana Nurul Iman." It included a garage with space for 800 cars.

The 1,778-room palace covers an estimated 2.2 million square feet (50 acres) and was designed by architect Leandro Locsin.

Source: The Associated Press

The palace was named as the "world's largest residential palace" by Guinness World Records. It boasts 57 bathrooms and a huge, lavish throne room.

Source: Guinness World Records

Around the same time, Bolkiah paid $70 million for this oil painting: "Young Girls at the Piano" by French Impressionist Pierre-Auguste Renoir.

The Sultan was often drawn into controversies surrounding his brother's excessive lifestyle. During the 1980s and 1990s Prince Jefri reportedly oversaw a harem of 40 young women.

In the book "Some Girls: My Life in a Harem," American woman Jillian Lauren said Prince Jefri recruited her for his harem when she was 18 and living in New York. 

She alleged that the Sultan, a married man, slept with women from the harem.

In 2014, Lauren told CNN : "I am a witness to the fact that the sultan was drinking, was committing adultery, was not exactly living on the straight and narrow."

The Brunei government have dismissed Lauren's claims, saying in a statement to CNN : "We vehemently deny the allegations."

In 1998, former Miss USA Shannon Marketic attempted to sue Bolkiah and Prince Jefri.

Marketic alleged she was forced to spend a month in the harem in dehumanizing conditions.

According to CNN, both brothers denied the allegations, with Bolkiah claiming he had never even met Marketic.

The case was dropped when courts "granted the brothers immunity from legal action, owing to their joint status as a foreign head of state," CNN said.

The Sultan is perhaps most famous for his love of lavish automobiles.

Bolkiah has 500 Rolls-Royces, and shares a collection of over 5,000 cars with Prince Jefri. When they were younger, the pair reportedly raced Ferrari super cars through Brunei's capital Bandar Seri Begawan in the middle of the night.

During the 1990s, the Sultan's family reportedly accounted for almost half of all Rolls-Royce purchases in the world.

He was awarded the Guinness World Record for the largest Rolls Royce collection in 2011. 

Bolkiah owns many more cars with a combined worth of $4 billion, including the 500 Rolls-Royces.

The collection includes a Lamborghini Murcielago LP640, Bentley Continental R, Ferrari Mythos concept car, both of the Ferrari 456 GT Sedans, the only right-hand drive Mercedes-Benz CLK-GTR in the world, and five McLaren F1s.

Source: Gizmodo , Vanity Fair 

The Sultan's gold royal wedding Rolls-Royce is one of a kind, with an open top and platform for an umbrella bearer.

In February of 1997 Bolkiah became Brunei's finance minister, after he sacked Prince Jefri for allegedly embezzling state funds.

Thanks to Brunei's huge oil reserves, Bolkiah was the richest man in the world from the mid 1980s until the 1990s. He lost his crown to Microsoft founder Bill Gates late in the 90s.

Source: The Independent

Bolkiah divorced his second wife in 2003, and became furious and humiliated when reports emerged she had been tricked out of $2.7 million by a fortune teller.

Source: The Times

In 2005, the Sultan married his third wife, Malaysian TV anchor Azrinaz Mazhar Hakim. She was 33 years his junior. They divorced in 2010.

Bolkiah did not lose his penchant for excess even as he aged. He still often spends $20,000 for a single haircut.

The Times reported that Bolkiah flies out his favourite barber from London, where he works at the Dorchester hotel in Mayfair.

"He goes regularly, sometimes every three or four weeks. The sultan flies him first-class at a cost of about $12,000."

"Everything is paid for. Hotel, luxury food. It's a case of 'just keep signing, that's all'."

The barber is then given an envelope with thousands of dollars in, the Times said.

The Sultan also bought himself his own Boeing 747.

It cost at least $400 million, and was kitted out with $120 million worth of accessories, like solid gold wash basins.

He reportedly gave his daughter an Airbus A340 for her birthday. 

Source: Daily Mail

A 1999 FORTUNE profile of the Sultan documented this stay in a US hotel ...

Richard Behar wrote for FORTUNE magazine:

"Records from one North American hotel in 1995 show the Sultan's party using more than 100 rooms in four days, racking up a bill that topped $1 million." "Generally, the royals rent entire floors of hotels and don't venture downstairs until checkout day."

Bolkiah hit the headlines in April 2019, when Brunei announced that it would now punish homosexuality with death by stoning as part of a new penal code based on Shariah law first proposed in 2014.

Source: INSIDER

But, the news went viral. And a boycott on nine luxury hotels owned by Brunei was endorsed by celebrities and politicians in the west.

Source: Business Insider

In response, Brunei asked people to respect its decision, and said the law was just meant as a deterrent.

Brunei hit back — calling for "respect" from the international community.

The tiny Muslim nation said the new laws are meant to prevent rather than punish, and to safeguard family values, and admitted they will be very hard to enforce.

But on May 5 under immense international pressure, Bolkiah announced the punishment would never be enforced.

In a televised speech, the sultan said Allah would never hand down laws meant to inflict cruelty on others.

George Clooney, probably the most vocal celebrity voice against the law, said people need to keep up the boycott despite the assurances.

"This is a huge step forward after a giant leap backwards," he said. "As soon as the pressure dies down they could simply start the process of carrying out executions."

"So in reference to the boycott everyone should do what they feel is correct. For my family and me we simply can't walk away until this draconian law is no longer on the books."

Source: Reuters, Deadline

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Inside the Sultan of Brunei’s garage: 11 Ferrari F40s and more.

Hassanal Bolkiah , the Sultan of Brunei, is a notorious collector of luxury cars. He has amassed a staggering number of 11 Ferrari F40s, one of the most iconic and sought-after sports cars in history.

The Sultan’s passion for luxury cars is well-known. The Daily Mirror reported that by 2010, he had acquired 130 Rolls-Royces, 531 Mercedes-Benzes, 367 Ferraris, 362 Bentleys, 185 BMWs, 177 Jaguars, 160 Porsches and 20 Lamborghinis.

His collection may have grown since then, but what is certain is that he has a special fondness for the Ferrari F40. The F40 was the last model that Enzo Ferrari, the founder of the Italian company, personally approved before his death. Only 1,315 units of the F40 were produced, and one of them was recently destroyed by fire in Monaco.

The Sultan ordered several F40s for himself, but he faced a problem: all F40s were made with a left-hand drive and a red paint. However, in Brunei, cars drive on the left side of the road, so the Sultan had his F40s converted to right-hand drive. He also had some of them repainted in different colours. He bought 11 F40s in total, including two F40 LMs, which are more powerful and lighter versions of the F40. He also had the standard F40s equipped with air conditioning, radio and electric windows.

Two of the Sultan’s F40s remained in Europe, so only nine of them are stored in Brunei. The F40s have barely been driven, and the Sultan rarely uses them. They are kept in his garag e.

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25 Cars From The Sultan Of Brunei’s Extensive Collection

With 7,000 cars worth $5 billion, the Sultan of Brunei has the largest private car collection in the world, including a rare BMW Nazca M12.

Imagine being the owner of the largest private car collection in the world – a car collection with 7,000 cars and a combined value of around $5 billion. If you are a billionaire, like the Sultan of Brunei Darussalam, then that is certainly possible.

Hassanal Bolkiah is the Sultan of Brunei Darussalam. Following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, the Sultan takes over as the world's longest-reigning monarch. He ascended to the throne in 1967 and has now reigned for 55 years. Considering that Bolkiah is royalty, he has plenty of money to purchase cars. Forbes magazine ranked Bolkiah as one of the richest people in the world, with a stupendous fortune of $20 billion . He is a lover of cars and his fortune enabled him to collect models that are not only expensive but also rare . When Bolkiah collected 300 cars, many people thought that he had secured an impressive collection, but Bolkiah continued to spend his money to quench his thirst for cars.

Updated January 2023: The Sultan of Brunei has the largest car collection in the world, and we've updated this article with some more information on the rare and highly desirable cars found in his extensive collection.

The Sultan's lavish spending spree resulted in the purchase of 7,000 cars that pundits have estimated the net worth to be $5 billion. Bolkiah is the biggest car collector in the world , as he owns more than 600 Rolls-Royces, 450 Ferraris, and over 380 Bentleys. Why would anybody own more than 450 Ferrari rides? They can, is the simple answer. Listing all the Sultan's supercars would require enthusiasts to read a book, so to make the list more compact, we thought that we would glean the hidden gems in the Sultan's garage. We compiled a list of the most impressive and vintage cars that the Sultan has parked in his warehouse.

25 Brabus G700

It surely must get a little boring having to choose from thousands of iconic vehicles every time you're going for a drive. However, the Sultan of Brunei doesn’t seem too bothered by this automotive "challenge." Photographers have captured him behind the wheel of his black Brabus G700 on several occasions, so we can assume it's one of his favorites, or maybe it's the most accessible!

The Brabus G700 is an incredible machine that can take on pretty much any terrain, and it's not lacking in the power department either, as it features a 4.0-liter V8 engine that produces a whopping 700 horsepower.

Brabus is a German company specializing in aftermarket high-performance tuning, and they have worked their magic on many car marques including Mercedes-Benz , Maybach, Smart , Porsche , and Rolls-Royce .

24 Ferrari F40

A few people on the planet are proud owners of the F40. Ferrari produced around 1,300 models of the F40 as the successor to the 288 GTO and in conjunction with the manufacturer's 40th celebration. When the car debuted on the market, Ferrari set the price at around $400,000 . The car became so popular that some enthusiasts paid several million dollars to own one.

What makes the Sultan's car unique is that it is the only right-hand drive vehicle. The Sultan didn't buy just one; he purchased several.

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23 BMW Nazca M12

When this concept got built, back in the '90s, it had a futuristic design . And it still does today. When the Sultan buys a BMW, he doesn't settle for the i8 like us mere mortals, he wants a truly unique supercar. Originally, BMW built the Nazca M12 as a concept, but when the Sultan laid his eyes on the car, he summoned the manufacturer to produce one model for him. Who can say no to money?

When BMW built the concept in 1991, it was the kind of sports car that left jaws dropping because of its advanced design. The M12 featured gullwing windows that rose from the doors and the roof comprised of glass, adding light to the cockpit area. Despite the interest in this phenomenal-looking supercar, and two further concept cars getting produced, the Nazca M12 sadly never made it to production, and we all missed out – apart from the Sultan.

22 Lamborghini Urraco

Sorry, which Lamborghini did you say the Sultan owned? You surely didn't expect the world's biggest car connoisseur to own a petty model such as the Huracan or the Aventador.

The Urraco is so rare that only 791 units of this special sports car were ever produced. The Sultan is one of the lucky owners, but his Urraco is gray. The only reason that the pictured one is yellow is due to the difficulty of finding pictures of this classic beast that the manufacturer from Italy produced between 1973 and 1979.

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21 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR Coupe

What can you say about this vehicle when you see it? No words will come to mind, as the CLK GTR is quite simply breathtaking. The Sultan wanted a special Mercedes and thought that the CLK GTR would add a nice touch to his collection.

Originally, Mercedes designed the GTR for the FIA GT Championship Race. Under the hood, the GTR boasts an impressive 6.9-liter V12 engine, capable of producing 612 horsepower.

What makes the Sultan of Brunei's Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR coupe so special is that it's the only right-hand drive GTR version in the world – all the others got produced as left-hand drive cars. Interestingly, there was also just one right-hand drive CLK GTR roadster produced, but we don't believe the Sultan snapped that one up for his collection.

20 Ferrari Mythos

Although the 599 GTO and the 458 Italia are incredible cars, the Sultan wanted ownership of a Ferrari that most car fans cannot access. The Mythos was a concept car and not intended for sale to the public. This majestic Ferrari was capable of reaching a top speed of 180 mph. Being a serious car collector, the Sultan didn't order only one, he purchased two. The only problem with the Mythos was the performance. The car needed 6.2 seconds to reach 0 to 60 mph.

The car is an '80s model and although slow, the Mythos is a classic, that we don't get to see on the roads often, if at all. They're most likely hidden in a collection somewhere.

19 Ferrari F50

When Ferrari hit their 50th year anniversary, they used the occasion to build a special vehicle to commemorate the occasion. The result of the manufacturer's effort was the F50.

This stunning sports car has a 4.7-liter V12 engine that pumps out 514 horsepower. Ferrari wanted to make the car a special one, so it produced only 349 units. The car requires 3.7 seconds to reach 0 to 60 mph and has a top speed of 201 mph. The price of the car was $480,000. When you have $20 billion, what's $480,000? The F50 is a magnificent car and one of Ferrari's best .

18 Lamborghini Diablo

Ask Lamborghini enthusiasts which car they would love to own the most , and they will most likely answer, "The Diablo." The manufacturer from Italy produced the car from 1990 until 2001, and it's a shame production ever ceased. The car is a classic, fetching higher prices than most Aventadors and Murcielagos.

Under the hood, the Diablo boasts a 5.7-liter V12 engine that can pump out 485 horsepower. The car has a top speed of 202 mph and needs just over 4 seconds to reach 0 to 60 mph.

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17 Jaguar XJ220

The XJ220 was in production for only three years, but it left its mark. If it hadn't, it wouldn't have caught the eye of the Sultan. Jaguar produced only 282 units , and the Sultan was very surprised to discover that the XJ220 had a top speed of 212 mph.

The V6 twin-turbo engine was capable of pumping out 542 horsepower. The 220 in the name represents the manufacturer's desire for the car to reach a top speed of 220 mph. The car was only 8 mph shy of the dream.

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16 Ferrari 456 GT Venice

Car fans who search for the Ferrari 456 might track it down but will struggle to find the GT Venice version. The manufacturer from Italy made the car exclusive, as it produced only seven units.

The seven units were actually commissioned by the Sultan's brother, Prince Jefri Bolkiah of Brunei, and the renowned Italian coach builder, Pininfarina, built the cars . Prince Jefri purchased six of the wagon-style Ferraris, with the seventh model going to a private car collector in the UK.

The estimated price for one vehicle was around $1.5 million. That's the price you pay for exclusivity.

15 Porsche 959

Purchasing a Porsche is a surreal experience for the average person. When you walk into the dealership and point to the 959 to claim ownership, you can't believe that you made it in life. When the Sultan walks into the dealership, he looks around for a gold-plated 959. And if he can't see it, he asks Porsche to make an exclusive model for him.

The Porsche 959 is stunning and has a 2.8-liter flat six-cylinder engine that produces 444 horsepower allowing the car to reach 0 to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds .

14 Leblanc Mirabeau

The Sultan wanted another fast car and purchased the Leblanc Mirabeau. The good news is that the car is legal and can reach a top speed of 230 mph. That is surprising considering the car has a 4.7-liter V8 engine, which can pump out 700 horsepower.

Don't try to find this one at any dealership, as the Mirabeau is a special order. If you want to own the Mirabeau, you'll have to fork out $765,000. The car needs just 2.6 seconds to reach 0 to 60 mph. The 24-hour resilience at the Le Mans influenced the design.

13 Koenigsegg CCXR

Boxing champ Floyd "Money" Mayweather isn't the only person in the world to own a Koenigsegg CCXR, with the Sultan prepared to pay $1.3 million for one to add to his impressive collection. The CCXR is a variant of the CCX, manufactured as an environment-friendly car. The Sultan's car has a top speed of 250 mph and needs 2.9 seconds to reach 0 to 60 mph.

The 4.8-liter twin-supercharged V8 engine is capable of producing 1,018 horsepower. That should be enough power to satisfy even the Sultan's fast lifestyle and all the women he has to please.

Mayweather sold his Koenigsegg CCXR a few years ago at auction for a cool $2.6 million.

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12 Ferrari F90 Testarossa

The Ferrari F90 Testarossa owned by the Sultan is actually red, but the car is so exclusive that finding clear pictures of the one he has in the garage is almost impossible. Ferrari produced six units of the F90 for the Sultan in 1988. At the time of production, the project was a top secret. Enrico Fumia, the designer of the car, stated that the F90 referred to the Ferrari of the '90s.

All of the six cars had a Testarossa chassis, which Pininfarina used to sculpt a new body and interior onto the vehicle. The car's engine was capable of producing 390 horsepower.

11 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental – Star Of India

The Sultan has magnificent taste in vehicles. Instead of opting for more Rolls-Royce Ghosts, the Sultan chose a classic Phantom II Continental.

The Sultan purchased the car at an auction. At the time of the purchase, Guinness pronounced the car as the most expensive sale at an auction. The purchase price was $14 million. The car is a 1934 model, capable of producing 120 horsepower.

10 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG

Considering the Sultan is a car lover who can spend a fortune on cars, he doesn't buy a regular Mercedes-Benz. When he decided to purchase the C63 AMG, he ensured that it was one-of-a-kind. The Sultan's Mercedes is 24-carat gold-plated. The C63 AMG produces 469 horsepower from the 4-liter V8 engine.

The car has a top speed of 180 mph and needs 3.9 seconds to reach 0 to 60 mph. We're pretty certain that nobody has a C63 that resembles the one that the Sultan owns.

9 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur II

While the Sultan has more than 600 Rolls-Royces, we featured the one that stands out from the rest. A wedding is a joyous occasion that requires the couple to splurge on the day. The Sultan did more than splurge, he spent a fortune. On his wedding day, the Sultan had his Rolls-Royce Silver Spur II stretch limousine plated with 24-carat gold.

After the Sultan covered the car with gold, it was worth $14 million .

8 Ferrari FX

The Sultan is the proud owner of more than 450 Ferraris. For most, owning one would suffice. When the Sultan went car shopping, he didn't choose the common Ferrari models, he opted for an FX. What makes the FX so special?

Ferrari produced only nine units of the FX, with one wealthy buyer – yes, the Sultan – purchasing six of them. To make the FX, Ferrari took apart the 512M and changed its body to the curvy structure of the Pininfarina. Then, Ferrari fitted a gearbox meant for a Formula One unit.

7 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Special Series II

If you are a wealthy car enthusiast, like the Sultan, you will own vehicles that nobody else in the world has. The Sultan is the only person in the world to own an Aston Martin V8 Vantage Special Series II, commissioned by him and especially made for him by Aston Martin.

Aston Martin manufactured only three units, of which the Sultan was the fortunate recipient. Coach builder Zagato re-bodied the cars, which have an increased engine power of 600 horsepower due to the V600 platform. The car needs 4.4 seconds to reach 0 to 60 mph and has a top speed of 205 mph.

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6 McLaren F1

The most extravagant car collection would be incomplete without a McLaren. Many car pundits have described the McLaren F1 as the most excellent sports car of all time. Some also called the F1 the greatest automobile created. Since the car garnered such a prestige reputation, is it any wonder that it caught the attention of the Sultan?

McLaren manufactured only 106 models from 1992 until 1998 . The car is the fastest aspirated car available in the world.

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Sultan applauds Brunei’s success since independence

His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam yesterday highlighted the Sultanate’s success in upholding peace, stability and prosperity in the 40 years since independence.

The monarch attributes the accomplishment to “our combined efforts with the consent of Allah the Almighty” and expressed hope that the upcoming National Day celebration will see a heightened spirit of patriotism among the population that is determined to bring the country towards the goals of Brunei Vision 2035.

His Majesty said this in a New Year 2024 titah broadcast on Radio Television Brunei (RTB) last night.

His Majesty also brought up the integration of religious subjects into general education, which the monarch said had sparked a range of public reactions.

“I hope all parties, especially parents, will come to understand that such a move is aimed at looking after the well-being of students by ensuring the learning environment is balanced.”

The monarch also highlighted the encouraging development outside the oil and gas industry in the past year and applauded the concerted efforts from both the government and the private sector in diversifying the economy.

His Majesty also hopes to see such efforts in the new year with the creation of a dynamic and sustainable economy in mind.

“The public sector must continue to fine-tune its policies and regulations, as well as services, to establish an ecosystem conducive to economic growth while promoting the practice of accountability among its personnel,” said the monarch, adding that incorporating Islamic values in governance is vital for the stability and survival of the nation.

His Majesty expressed hope to see more meaningful changes in the coming year including updating the development blueprints to inch the nation closer to realising Brunei Vision 2035.

“I hope to see my government make use of whole-of-government and whole-of-nation approaches to ensure that the plans for the nation remain relevant and without gaps in implementation.”

His Majesty acknowledged that 2023 had been challenging to the world due to crises such as geopolitical tensions, trade wars and climate change, and believes that these issues will continue to influence the global direction.

As such, the monarch called on the populace to “face these changes with an open mind and take advantage of the opportunities that arise”.

On climate change, His Majesty vows to continue to push for global efforts in tackling the issue, while highlighting the national commitment through the establishment of the Brunei Darussalam National Climate Change Policy (BNCCP) and the Sultanate’s being appointed the ASEAN Centre for Climate Change.

His Majesty also underlined two significant initiatives being put forward in the past year – the National Retirement Scheme (SPK) and the introduction of minimum wage, which the monarch hopes will “encourage the strengthening of the workforce in both public and private sectors”.

His Majesty also expressed deep concerns for Palestine and called for the people to come together and help the Palestinians through religious rituals and contributions to the humanitarian fund.

“Let us pray for the people of Palestine, that they will be under the protection of Allah the Almighty,” the monarch said. – Azlan Othman

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Sultan Of Brunei's Cars: Inside The World's Most Opulent Car Collection

It's a shame that most of these cars are probably just gathering dust.

The Sultan of Brunei has so many cars in his private collection that if a different one were to be driven daily, it would take around 19 years to work through the entire collection. Valued at around $5 billion and totaling over 7,000 cars, the Sultan of Brunei - also known as Hassanal Bolkiah - has the most envied car collection in the world. However, that number is disputed, with various sources suggesting the collection consists of just under 2,400 cars. Either way, it's more cars than any family could possibly know what to do with, making Jay Leno's 180-car collection look decidedly meek.

The collection was assembled with Hassanal's brother, Jefri Bolkiah (or Prince Jefri), and other royal family members in Brunei, a Southeast Asian country.

When we dug into the Sultan's collection over a decade ago , it was worth approximately $300,000,000, and it's continued proliferating since then. Naturally, it's impossible to discuss every single car, so we'll focus on a few, bearing in mind that clear photography and final specifications of these cars are often elusive.

We've also highlighted a few bespoke models that were once part of the Brunei collection but have since been acquired by new owners, as these provide further insight into the creativity behind many of the commissions.

The Bentleys

Many of the Sultan's Bentleys are from the 1980s and 1990s, being based on the Azure or Continental. VINWiki suggests that these Bentleys alone are worth approximately $80 million.

The Bentley Dominator SUV is one of the most unusual, simply because it's a Bentley SUV that arrived long before the Bentayga. The Sultan is so rich, he was able to commission a few of these SUVs, which are said to borrow bits from the Range Rover. Each one carried a cost of around $4.6 million, and this cash injection helped Bentley navigate troubled times in the 1990s.

Other unique Bentleys in the collection include the Continental R Superfast , the Buccaneer GT coupe, and the Java with its powerful twin-turbo V8. The latter was ordered in wagon form, too. You can find other intriguingly named Bentleys from the Brunei collection here , including the Phoenix convertible, Camelot coupe, and Highlander four-door GT.

The Ferraris

The world's most extensive car collection isn't short of Italian exotica. Here, we are once again reminded of the Sultan's penchant for completely personalized cars. For him, it's not enough owning a rare Ferrari F50 (only 349 were made), so he went several steps further and ordered an F50 Bolide. Essentially, this uses the chassis and V12 from the Prancing Horse's F1 car with a completely redesigned body.

There is also a Testarossa F90 Speciale, combining the internals of the Testarossa with a custom body designed by Pininfarina. The legendary F40 is also part of the collection, as are two 250 GTOs. We're relieved that the 250 GTOs are not bespoke; after all, this is a car with a design that was legally ruled a work of art a few years ago. As for the F40s, several are part of the collection and were customized by Pininfarina. Five were converted to right-hand drive and finished in colors like Emerald Green, white, and black with custom leather interiors. This is notable since Ferrari only produced F40s in red (Rosso Corsa) over a red cloth interior.

This collector also has a fondness for Ferrari 456s and has commissioned many bespoke examples, including the gorgeous 456 GT Venice Cabriolet . It's finished in one-off Forest Green with a green interior, and the soft top was sourced from a Mercedes SL, but it retains a classic Ferrari V12. Other 456 Venice-badged Ferraris in the collection include an incredibly cool wagon, captured in London a while back.

A Ferrari FX also has a place in the Sultan's garage, as does the Ferrari Mythos.

This is only a glimpse into the multiple Ferraris in this astonishing collection.

The Porsches

The collection includes 32 Porsche 928 S4s alone, part of a broader group of 55 928s. Even though the 928 was never as revered as the 911, it proved that Porsche could branch out into other segments if it wanted to, providing a more comfortable GT alternative to the 911 of the period. Besides, the 928 was good enough for the Sultan to add over 50 of them to his collection.

He also has more than one Porsche 959, despite less than 350 ever being made. At some point, the Sultan commissioned a Porsche 911 (964) featuring the X88 power package and stunning Horizon Blue paintwork, which was then owned by Jenson Button.

Another stand-out model is the Daur 962 Le Mans, a racer based on the Porsche 962. Only 13 road-going versions were made, and it's understood the Sultan owns five of them. A Carrera GT is part of the extensive collection, too.

The Rolls-Royces

The Sultan of Brunei previously entered the Guinness World Record books in 2011 for having the largest private Rolls-Royce collection in the world. The current number is unknown but is estimated to be over 600 unique models bearing the Spirit of Ecstasy figurine. Astonishingly, he accounted for nearly half of all Rolls-Royce sales in the 1990s.

On his wedding day, the Sultan paraded in a stretched Silver Spur II plated with 24-carat gold. To say it was an obnoxious display of wealth is an understatement. Following this customization, the Silver Spur II was valued at around $14 million. Other Rolls luxury models include the Phantom VI, several Phantom Royales, and a Statesman. The Phantom VI is famous for previously being owned by the British monarchy.

Another incredible addition is the Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental, also known as the Star of India. This 1934 model was sold for around $14 million, also entering it into the Guinness World Record books.

The Aston Martins

The Sultan commissioned a number of customized Aston Martins, including the AM3, a grand tourer based on the Vantage but with a unique body from Pininfarina. The blacked-out strip across the nose is an especially unusual styling feature. In the 1990s, the Sultan also ordered the Aston Martin V8 Vantage Special Series II, with coachbuilder Zagato responsible for the redesigned bodies.

Some years ago, Bonhams listed a 1994 Aston Martin Vantage Coupe for sale that was formerly owned by the Sultan. But he wasn't only stuck in the 1990s, and also ordered around 10 Aston Martin One-77s, quite a feat when you consider only 77 were made. Powered by a 7.3-liter V12, the One-77 can hit 220 mph.

The McLarens

Reportedly, the Sultan owns 10 of the 106 McLaren F1s produced. Only three of these F1s were the GT versions with the stretched "Longtail" body, and naturally, one of these ultra-rare cars became the property of the Sultan. Last year, the Brunei Car Collection page on Instagram shared images of this GT being loaded onto a plane. The family also owns more than one McLaren F1 LM. Only five examples of the track-oriented LM were made with reduced sound deadening, no sound system, and no rear wing, among other changes.

We think it's safe to assume that the royal family own several other McLarens, too, but this is unconfirmed.

The Bugattis

What would the world's wildest car collection be without the presence of Bugatti? The Sultan of Brunei is said to have ordered several Bugatti EB 110s. Only 139 examples of the EB 110 mid-engine supercar were produced in the 1990s. One of the cars owned by the family is chassis 39003, finished in a searing yellow over a Nero Inchios interior. It was delivered in early 1994. This was the fourth EB 110 SS ordered by the Sultan.

We stumbled upon another EB 110 S, chassis 39001 , which was put up for sale in the late 2000s. Finished in silver, it came with a plaque stating, 'Bugatti has the pleasure of producing for the Royal Family of Brunei the first of its model EB110S Super Sport car.'

The EB 110's 3.5-liter V12 was boosted by four turbochargers, and it could reach a top speed in excess of 210 mph.

The more modern Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport is also believed to be part of the collection.

Best Of The Rest

As mentioned, it's impossible to cover every car in the Sultan's collection. It's also not possible to verify the current number of cars, where they're all stationed, and what their condition is. However, there are a few individual models that are also worth a mention as being part of the collection currently, or having been part of it at some stage.

BMW Nazca M12

A concept intended to be a successor to the M1, the Nazca M12 was shown at the Geneva Motor Show in 1991. It's a shame that the car wasn't greenlit for production, owing to its spectacular lines and 5.0-liter V12 engine shared with the 850i. Despite this, the power and wealth of the Sultan were enough to get Italdesign to produce a version of it for him. This could almost be considered the last "proper" BMW supercar with a powerful large-capacity engine since the modern i8 was more of an experimental exercise into performance hybrids.

Mercedes-Benz S73 T AMG Wagon

Long before every second Mercedes had an AMG badge stuck to it, the manufacturer built something extraordinary. The S73 T AMG Wagon is based on the W140 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, but it has a monster 7.3-liter V12 engine - an engine shared with the Pagani Zonda C12S. It made over 550 hp, which was quite something for the 1990s. The fact that this performance came in a wagon-style body of the over-engineered W140 makes it that much more interesting.

Koenigsegg CCXR

Valued at $1.3 million when purchased, the rare CCXR is a more environmentally-friendly version of the CCX, as it features a 4.8-liter flex-fuel engine that can run on biofuels. Despite that, it can still produce over 1,000 hp when running on E85 biofuel, and the Sultan is one of the few people ever to have access to this special machine.

The Sultan of Brunei's collection is also known to include the following cars:

• Lamborghini Diablo
• Lamborghini Urraco
• Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR Coupe
• Brabus G700
• Jaguar XJ220
• Mercedes-Benz SL

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Brunei Yacht Charters

The Sultanate of Brunei is a small but very wealthy country located in Southeast Asia. It is surrounded by Malaysia and is strategically located in the South China Sea. Brunei yacht charters are an excellent way to experience a unique piece of the South Pacific .

On a Brunei yacht charter vacation, you will experience the dense rainforests, the serenity of religious heritage, and delectable food. The calm sea and the beautiful beaches of Brunei provide ideal conditions for a unique Southeast Asia getaway.

Upon arrival at the yacht, you will be met by an experienced captain and crew who will help you board the yacht and get settled in. The captain will provide an orientation of the yacht and how everything works, as well as an overview of the safety procedures. Once everyone is aboard and settled in, it’s time to set sail!

No two Brunei yacht charter holidays are the same, but you can expect to enjoy a variety of different experiences while aboard your vessel. Your captain can tailor the route and activities to your individual needs and preferences.

Brunei’s Climate

When it comes to weather, Brunei enjoys a tropical climate with temperatures averaging around 25-35 degrees Celsius throughout the year. The region experiences a wet and dry season, with the wet season occurring from October to March and the dry season taking place from April to September. April, May, and June are generally the best time to visit for warm and sunny days.

Brunei’s Attractions | Brunei Yacht Charters

Brunei yacht charters are a rare and special treat in this part of the world. There are only a handful of Brunei superyachts available for charter here. However, yacht cruises have gained popularity in Brunei in recent years. This region’s uninhabited coasts, lack of freighters or ports, and calm seas make it an excellent destination for yachting.

The Brunei region provides plenty of unique charter experiences. Brunei Bay has white beaches, coral reefs, and serene islands, and the dawn of Kuraman Island is mesmerizing. During the day, you can enjoy beach-combing, fishing, swimming, snorkeling, and diving. At night, venture to the clubs, bars, and cafes or stay on board your yacht and relax.

Other places to see on your Brunei yacht charter include:

• Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque is a mosque in Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of Brunei. It is one of the country’s two national mosques.
• The Royal Regalia Museum . This fascinating museum is located in Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of Brunei.
• Ulu Temburong National Park . This is the first national park to be established in Brunei. It is within the Batu Apoi Forest Reserve.
• Gadong Night Market . Browse the stalls at this unique market for souvenirs and gifts, or try out some tasty local delicacies.

The Food of Brunei

Brunei is renowned for its exquisite mix of Malay, Chinese, and Indian influences, so expect a delicious array of dishes full of flavor and history.

• Seafood lovers will enjoy the abundance of fresh catches available, while those with a sweet tooth will find many desserts to savor.
• Whether it’s a romantic dinner under the stars or a special lunch aboard the yacht, your crew will ensure that every meal is a gastronomic delight.
• During your stay, you can sample authentic Bruneian dishes such as Ambuyat (a dish made from sago flour), Nasi Lemak (rice cooked in coconut milk), or Kueh Salat (a steamed cake filled with coconut).
• Plenty of international dishes are available for those who prefer something more familiar.

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Hassanal Bolkiah (all'anagrafe Kebawah Duli Yang Maha Mulia Paduka Seri Baginda Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Al-Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Almarhum Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien), classe 1946, è il Sultano del Brunei dal 1965. Al secondo posto tra i reali più ricchi del pianeta, il Sultano del Brunei vive nel palazzo più grande del mondo, il celebre Istana Nur-ul-Iman, nella Capitale Bandar Seri Begawan.

Chi è il Sultano del Brunei: biografia e vita privata

Sulla costa nord occidentale del Borneo – affacciato sul Mar Cinese Meridionale e al confine con la Malesia – sorge il piccolo sultanato islamico Nagara Brunei Darussalam, cioè “Dimora della Pace”, controllato dal Sultano del Brunei Kebawah Duli Yang Maha Mulia Paduka Seri Baginda Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Al-Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Almarhum Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, per gli amici Hassanal Bolkiah .

Il sultano, nel 1997, è stato decretato l’uomo più ricco del mondo con un patrimonio personale di 53 miliardi di dollari. Tutta la sua ricchezza deriva dal controllo economico del sultanato e dagli introiti dei numerosi pozzi di petrolio che ospita. Il Sultano del Brunei abita nel palazzo più grande del mondo di 200mila mq, dotato di 2.000 stanze, 257 bagni una sontuosa sala del trono e una sala per ricevimenti che potrebbe ospitare oltre 4 mila persone . In questa lussuosa dimora vive (e ha vissuto) in compagnia di 3 mogli, e 8 figli avuti dai diversi matrimoni.

La sua immagine è ovunque nel paese: si trova ritratto sulle banconote, monete, francobolli, e persino sulle gigantografie in divisa da ammiraglio della marina, da generale dell’esercito, dell’aeronautica o da capo della polizia.

Sultano del Brunei: patrimonio

Il Sultano del Brunei , Hassanal Bolkiah, rientra nella lista degli uomini più facoltosi del pianeta: basta pensare che, per il suo matrimonio, sembra si sia fatto costruire una Rolls Royce in oro zecchino . Promotore di uno stile di vita fatto di eccessi, nel linguaggio comune ormai il termine “sultano del Brunei” è diventato un vero sinonimo di ciò che rappresenta: sfarzo, lusso e magnificenza.

Secondo le stime di Forbes , il patrimonio complessivo del Sultano ammonterebbe intorno ai 20 miliardi di euro. La sua ricchezza è distribuita tra bene mobili e immobili, tra cui una collezione privata di auto d’epoca che supererebbe il valore di 300 milioni di dollari.

Inoltre, per la modica cifra di 1 miliardo di dollari, il Sultano ha fatto costruire un parco giochi personale , il Jerudong park , che lascia utilizzare ai suoi sudditi. Molte pop star di fama mondiale sono state invitate ad esibirsi nel parco di fronte al pubblico del sultanato, tutto a spese del sovrano. Il Sultano è un amante dei sigari e sembra che il suo preferito, il Gurkha Centurian, sia stato commissionato e fabbricato proprio per lui.

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