Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made a historic visit to Brunei which is the first time an Indian Prime Minister has traveled to this Southeast Asian country. The Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei who owns an impressive collection of over 7000 cars welcomes PM Modi. This visit aims to enhance the diplomatic relationship between India and Brunei celebrating 40 years of their partnership.
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah is known for his vast wealth and opulent lifestyle. He possesses the world’s largest private car collection estimated to be worth around $5 billion. The collection includes about 600 Rolls-Royces, 450 Ferraris and 380 Bentleys. Additionally he owns Porsches, Lamborghinis, Maybachs, Jaguars, BMWs and McLarens. One of his most cherished cars is a custom-made Rolls-Royce with an open roof and a gold-adorned umbrella.
The Sultan resides in the Istana Nurul Iman Palace which is the largest residential palace globally. This palace covers over two million square feet and is decorated with 22-carat gold. It boasts five swimming pools, 1,700 bedrooms, 257 bathrooms and 110 garages. The Sultan also has a private zoo with 30 Bengal tigers and various bird species along with a Boeing 747 aircraft. The Sultan of Brunei welcomes PM Modi to this grand palace, showcasing the splendor of Brunei’s royal lifestyle.
The Discussion Which Will Be Done Between PM Modi And Sultan of Brunei
During PM Modi’s visit the two leaders will discuss various topics including space and defense cooperation. The Sultan of Brunei welcomes PM Modi with the hope of enhancing bilateral relations and exploring new areas of collaboration. The visit is important as it tells the importance of strengthening ties between the two nations.
The Sultan of Brunei’s wealth primarily comes from Brunei’s oil and gas reserves. The car collection valued at an estimated $5 billion is just one thing in his luxurious lifestyle. The Sultan of Brunei welcomes PM Modi to discuss potential collaborations in the energy sector leveraging Brunei’s rich natural resources. The visit is an important step towards enhancing economic cooperation between the two nations.