39 Facts About Al-Muhtadee Billah

Al-Muhtadee Billah is the Crown Prince of Brunei Darussalam, and is first in the line of succession to the Bruneian throne.

Al-Muhtadee Billah is expected to eventually lead the state and government, and is regarded as the second most significant figure in the political hierarchy.

Prince Muda Al-Muhtadee Billah was born at Istana Darul Hana, Bandar Seri Begawan during the reign of his father on 17 February 1974.

Al-Muhtadee Billah is the first-born son, and thus heir to the throne of Brunei.

Al-Muhtadee Billah received his primary education at St Andrew's School.

Al-Muhtadee Billah finished reading the "surah-surah Lazim" and the Quran in 1988.

Al-Muhtadee Billah was further educated at Emanuel School in London.

Al-Muhtadee Billah passed his GCE Advanced Level exams in 1994.

Al-Muhtadee Billah attended tutorials at the Universiti Brunei Darussalam, and began his overseas education at the Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies in October 1995.

Al-Muhtadee Billah matriculated for admission to University of Oxford's Foreign Service Programme at Magdalen College, Oxford, where he graduated in 1997.

Al-Muhtadee Billah received his diploma in Diplomatics in a special convocation held on 3 August 1998 in Bandar Seri Begawan.

Al-Muhtadee Billah was proclaimed Crown Prince of Brunei on 10 August 1998 at the Istana Nurul Iman.

The Public Service Department, Public Service Commission, Immigration Department, Labor Department, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Communications, Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports, Ministry of Religious Affairs, and Datastream Technology Communications are just a few of the government agencies that Al-Muhtadee Billah has been attached to while he prepares to become the future head of state and head of statehood.

Al-Muhtadee Billah holds positions as a general in the Royal Brunei Armed Forces since 2004, the deputy inspector general of the Royal Brunei Police Force since 2005, and senior minister in the Prime Minister's Office since 24 May 2005.

Al-Muhtadee Billah gives audiences to foreign ambassadors and high commissioners, acts as deputy sultan while his father is away, and attends more formal events in order to improve his public speaking skills when giving sabda.

Al-Muhtadee Billah serves as the pro-chancellor of Universiti Brunei Darussalam since 16 September 1998; Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali ; and Universiti Teknologi Brunei.

Al-Muhtadee Billah paid visits to government buildings and notable locations, including Changi Naval Base, Our Tampines Hub, and Victoria School.

Al-Muhtadee Billah emphasised the significance of reaching a regional agreement, using the ASEAN's strategy as an illustration.

Al-Muhtadee Billah listed three major areas in which the UN is essential to building a brighter future that is marked by optimism, assurance, and trust for everyone.

Al-Muhtadee Billah was awarded the title of Honorary Member of Special Forces Regiment, RBAF on 4 November 2013, in recognition of his leadership, involvement, and contributions to the growth of the RBAF since his father had conferred the rank of General of the RBAF on him on 25 March 2004.

Al-Muhtadee Billah gave the Chief of the 21st Special Service Group a plaque, and he was then given a guard of honour at the 21 GGK Parade Square.

On 3 May 2014, Al-Muhtadee Billah paid a visit to Indonesia's Special Forces Command, where he was bestowed with the title of Honorary Member.

Al-Muhtadee Billah went to the meeting room where Major General Agus Sutomo was giving a briefing.

Al-Muhtadee Billah was met with a guard of honour upon arriving at Kesatrian Marinir Hartono on 6 May 2014, together with Admiral Marsetio and Major General A Faridz Washington.

Al-Muhtadee Billah first attended a conferment ceremony when he was named an honorary member of the Indonesian Marine Corps, followed by an honorary beret and badge from Major General Faridz.

Al-Muhtadee Billah's visit highlights the unique and established defence cooperation between Brunei and Singapore, which is emphasised by frequent encounters through visits, bilateral exercises, and professional exchanges.

Al-Muhtadee Billah stated during the NDMC meeting on 10 October 2016, that a nationwide strategy is required to stop the Zika virus from spreading since public support for government initiatives depends on shared responsibility.

Al-Muhtadee Billah underlined that for government initiatives like fogging and fumigation to be successful, the community must be actively involved.

Al-Muhtadee Billah thanked Allah for sparing Brunei from the global health crisis and emphasised the council's responsibility in educating the people and fostering readiness.

Al-Muhtadee Billah highlighted the need of cooperation between the public and private sectors in discovering economic possibilities and assisting firms in navigating the COVID-19 epidemic during the recent ASEAN Business Awards 2021 opening session, which was conducted via video recording.

Al-Muhtadee Billah underlined how crucial the private sector has been to the region's economic recovery and stressed the value of initiatives like the ABA, the ASEAN Business and Investment Summit, and the ASEAN Business Roundtables in promoting cooperation between the public and private sectors.

Al-Muhtadee Billah mentioned how quickly developing technologies are changing the face of the economy.

Al-Muhtadee Billah has given permission for the DANA to be introduced in the Jerudong Polo Club on 25 August 1998.

Al-Muhtadee Billah agreed to give the individual presents to a several thousand recipients from the districts at every yearly events.

Al-Muhtadee Billah is a pool and snooker enthusiast, and participated in the 2006 WPA Men's World Nine-ball Championship, and later the 2008 WPA World Eight-ball Championship.

The 2007 World Pool Championship was launched on 10 October at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Hotel in Manila; Al-Muhtadee Billah represented Brunei in the tournament at the Araneta Coliseum from 3 to 11 November.

Al-Muhtadee Billah has a fleet of vehicles that includes a Ferrari 599 GTB, Mercedes McLaren SLR, and Lamborghini Murcielago LP640.

On 9 September 2004, Al-Muhtadee Billah married 17-year-old Pengiran Anak Sarah at Istana Nurul Iman in Bandar Seri Begawan.

On 4 September 2006, during the 18th convocation ceremony of UBD, Al-Muhtadee Billah received an honorary doctorate in literature from his father, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah.