Brunei–Canada relations

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Brunei–Canada relations
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Brunei and Canada established diplomatic relations in 1984. Brunei has a high commission in Ottawa, and Canada has a high commission in Bandar Seri Begawan. [1] [2]

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History

Diplomatic relations were established 7 May 1984 following Brunei's independence. [1] [2]

Economic relations

In 2012, Canada's exports to Brunei amounted to $4.3 million with the most export are in machinery, while Brunei's exports to Canada totalled $6.7 million mainly in organic chemicals. [2] The trade relationship includes commerce across a number of sectors and Brunei become a potential market for Canadian companies particularly in oil and gas sectors, information and communication technologies (ICT), agriculture and agri-food, environment, aerospace and education. [3] Other Canadian companies also has shown interest in investment. [4]

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References

  1. 1 2 "Brunei-Canada Relations". Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (Brunei). Archived from the original on 15 February 2014. Retrieved 15 February 2014.
  2. 1 2 3 "Canada-Brunei Darussalam Relations". Government of Canada. November 2013. Retrieved 15 February 2014.
  3. Azaraimy HH (20 November 2013). "BRUNEI CAN BE PLATFORM FOR MARKETS IN THE REGION". BruDirect. Archived from the original on 22 February 2014. Retrieved 15 February 2014.
  4. Fitri Shahminan (20 November 2013). "Canada eyes investments in services". The Brunei Times. Archived from the original on 22 February 2014. Retrieved 15 February 2014.