Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Muʿizzaddin Waddaulah

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Brunei warns against misuse of Community Development Department logo on social media • Apr. 20, 2025, 1:48 AM ET (The Star)

Brunei Sultan arrives to attend Raja of Perlis Silver Jubilee Royal Banquet • Apr. 16, 2025, 11:25 PM ET (The Star)

Brunei Sultan receives Indonesian Defence Minister • Apr. 14, 2025, 11:11 PM ET (The Star)

Brunei Sultan celebrates Hari Raya Aidil Fitri with diplomats • Mar. 31, 2025, 10:36 PM ET (The Star)

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Born	July 15, 1946 (age 78) • Bandar Seri Begawan • Brunei