We need foreign skills to stay competitive.

Theory states that Allahs law is cruel and unfair, but Allah himself has said that his law is indeed fair.

Today, bilateral relations with Britain are excellent, with cooperation in many areas and both countries continuing to work on strengthening these ties.

The nation will benefit in the long term if it continues to be open to foreign expertise. This will help the country to establish its business culture and environment faster, based on international best practice.

The development of our human resources is an area in which we need to do well as it is decisive in determining the success of our diversification programme.

Brunei Darussalam is one of the oldest kingdoms in South East Asia.

There is no conflict between favouring Islamic and traditional values and being more open and international.