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The Children of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei

His Majesty Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, the 29th and current Sultan of Brunei (reigning since 1967), and his consorts have seven children (five princes, two princesses). They hold prominent roles in the government, military, and public life of the oil-rich sultanate.

NameTitle / RoleBorn
Princess Rashidah Sa'adatul BolkiahPrincess of Brunei1969
Prince Al-Muhtadee BillahCrown Prince (Pengiran Muda Mahkota), Senior Minister at PMO, General in RBAF1974
Prince Abdul AzimPrince of Brunei (deceased 2020)1982
Princess Majeedah Nuurul BolkiahPrincess of Brunei1985
Prince Abdul MalikPrince of Brunei1987
Princess Hafizah Sururul BolkiahPrincess of Brunei1988
Prince Abdul MateenPrince of Brunei, Officer in RBAF, popular public figure1991

Key Notes

  • The Crown Prince, Al-Muhtadee Billah, is the heir apparent and holds significant governmental and military positions.
  • Prince Abdul Azim (d. 2020) was known for philanthropy and international social presence.
  • Prince Abdul Mateen has gained global attention for his military service (helicopter pilot), sports (polo, netball), and social media presence.
  • The Sultan also has several grandchildren through his children.
  • The family is central to Brunei's Malay Islamic Monarchy (Melayu Islam Beraja) national philosophy.
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