| Abdul Fattaah | |||||||||
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| Born | Abdul Fattaah 8 March 1982 Brunei | ||||||||
| Spouse |
Pengiran Elina Zuraidah
(m. 2018) | ||||||||
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| House | Bolkiah | ||||||||
| Father | Prince Mohamed Bolkiah | ||||||||
| Mother | Pengiran Anak Zariah | ||||||||
| Religion | Sunni Islam | ||||||||
| Signature |  | ||||||||
| Education | Royal Military Academy Sandhurst University of Surrey (BSc) Brunel University London (PhD) | ||||||||
| Military career | |||||||||
| Allegiance |  Brunei | ||||||||
| Service/ |  Royal Brunei Land Forces | ||||||||
| Years of active service | 2006–? | ||||||||
| Rank |  Lieutenant | ||||||||
| Commands held | Second Battalion RBLF | ||||||||
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Abdul Fattaah ibni Mohamed Bolkiah (born 8 March 1982) is a member of the royal family of Brunei.[1] He is the second son and fourth children of Prince Mohamed Bolkiah by his first wife, Pengiran Anak Hajah Zariah, thus making him a prince of Brunei,[2] and the nephew of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah.[3] Notably, he is the chairman of Baiduri Bank's Board of Directors.[4] In addition, Abdul Fattah serves as a director for a variety of well-known Brunei businesses that are involved in facilities management, hospitality, business services, and real estate development.[5]
Biography
Education
Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, and Chancellor of Surrey University awarded Prince Abdul Fattah with his Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Economics during his graduation ceremony at Guildford Cathedral on 13 June 2002.[6] In 2013, he earned a PhD in international business from Brunel University London.[7][8][5]
Military career
Four cadet officers of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) have been promoted on Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah's orders. The promotion ceremony, which included the presence of their sons Abdul Fattah and Abdul Mu'min, was attended by their parent, Prince Mohamed Bolkiah and Pengiran Anak Hajah Zariah with their agreement. On 8 June 2007, the Officers' Mess at Berakas Garrison hosted the promotion ceremony. With effect from 13 April earlier that year, he was promoted to Lieutenant. The Second Battalion of the Royal Brunei Land Forces (RBLF) was led by the prince as its platoon commander. From 8 January to 13 April 2007, both brothers had been enrolled in a cadet officers' programme at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.[9]
Marriage
Prince Sufri Bolkiah and other members of the royal family attended the Akad Nikah (solemnization of marriage vows) ceremony of Abdul Fattah and Dayangku Elina Zuraidah binti Pengiran Kamaluddin on 6 September 2018, at the Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque in the capital.[10] The bersanding ceremony was held at the Balai Penghadapan Bukit Kayangan on the 9th, with the Sultan of Brunei ans special guests, Sultan Iskandar Mahmud Badaruddin and Permaisuri Ratu Anita Soviah in attendance.[11]
Political positions
Economy
Abdul Fattaah stated that Brunei has a small, young population, which has the advantage of being lively and full of interesting individuals, on 22 September 2023. A small consumer base and a small talent pool are obstacles, though. The Sultanate, like many tiny economies, is primarily dependent on oil and gas. Its industry is the most developed in the nation, and many workers view the government and fossil fuel companies as desirable employers and important economic drivers.[12]
Digitalisation
On 22 November 2022, Abdul Fattaah emphasized that operating in the digital world have been implemented by the health care and education sectors, and that remote learning and telehealth, such as consultations via the internet that can be readily planned with doctors in other countries, have witnessed growth. He stated that it is crucial to ensure that all individuals can use these technologies and that the worldwide epidemic has also highlighted the adaptability of business owners and leaders.[13][14]
Honours
Honours awarded to him are as follows:[15]
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Sultan of Brunei Golden Jubilee Medal (5 October 2017)
National Day Silver Jubilee Medal (23 February 2009)
General Service Medal (Armed Forces)
References
- ↑ Sidhu, Jatswan S. (2009-12-22). Historical Dictionary of Brunei Darussalam. Scarecrow Press. p. 148. ISBN 978-0-8108-7078-9.
- ↑ "His Royal Highness Prince Mohamed Bolkiah". www.bruneiresources.com. Retrieved 2023-10-15.
- ↑ "Express Issue 20 Autumn 2013 by Brunel University London - Issuu". issuu.com. 2013-09-19. p. 8. Retrieved 2023-10-20.
- ↑ "Board of Directors - About Us | Baiduri Bank". www.baiduri.com.bn. Retrieved 2023-10-15.
- 1 2 Baiduri Bank Annual Report 2021 (PDF). Baiduri Bank. 2021. p. 8.
- ↑ "Pengiran Muda Abdul Fattaah , son of Prince Mohamed Bolkiah, the..." Getty Images. Retrieved 2023-10-15.
- ↑ "Brunei royal family delighted with Prince's PhD in International Business". Brunel Business School Blog. 2013-07-31. Retrieved 2023-10-15.
- ↑ "Sultanate - News | Negara Brunei Darussalam | Brunel University Graduation Ceremony". www.sultanate.com. Retrieved 2023-10-20.
- ↑ "Sultanate - News | Negara Brunei Darussalam | 4 cadet officers of RBAF have been promoted with commands of His Majesty". sultanate.com. Retrieved 2023-10-15.
- ↑ "Royalty attend 'Akad Nikah' ceremony". borneo363.rssing.com. Retrieved 2023-10-15.
- ↑ "Berkenan serikan Majlis Bersanding » Media Permata Online". Berkenan serikan Majlis Bersanding. 2018-09-10. Retrieved 2023-10-15.
- ↑ "Brunei very stable in the era of chaos » Borneo Bulletin Online". Brunei very stable in the era of chaos. 2023-09-22. Retrieved 2023-10-15.
- ↑ "Learn from experience, says bank chairman » Borneo Bulletin Online". Learn from experience, says bank chairman. 2022-09-23. Retrieved 2023-10-15.
- ↑ "Strengthening resolve during the pandemic | Asia Inc Forum". asiaincforum.com. Retrieved 2023-10-15.
- ↑ "Their Majesties grace Istiadat Berbedak ceremony » Borneo Bulletin Online". Their Majesties grace Istiadat Berbedak ceremony. 2022-01-20. Retrieved 2023-10-15.