What does Brunei lack and need labor?

president Hu Jintao started his state visit to Brunei, Indonesia and the Philippines today. In order to cover this important visit, the reporter came to Brunei, the third largest island in the world, in the northwest of Borneo Island in advance, and was fortunate to get a close look at this small pocket country, which is rich in nature, full of Islamic customs and unique tourism resources. ?

flight attendants in Brunei wear national costumes?

Brunei is a pure?

As a positive Islamic country in the East, this feature comes to you from the moment you set foot on the journey. On the Brunei Airlines flight that the reporter took, the flight attendants who served you were all dressed in national costumes and headscarves, and they were warm and friendly. Smiling Miss Brunei kept pouring tea, and the white scarf flowed between the seats, making people feel like a fairyland. ?

For Muslims, praying and chanting is the most important thing in daily life, even on the plane. In our cabin, there is a sign like an electronic compass on the TV screen, and there is an arrow on it. No matter how the plane turns, it always points to the holy city of Mecca, which is convenient for religious travelers to worship their homework regularly. ?

does the building not exceed the mosque?

bandar seri begawan, the capital, is the largest city in Brunei with a population of about 1,. The urban area is small, but it is very compact. The main government departments and business districts are here. Visitors can walk around the city center in an hour, and everywhere they go, there are trees and flowers. It is said that the forest coverage rate in Brunei is as high as 8%. There are almost no high-rise buildings here, whether commercial buildings or residential buildings, mostly below the tenth floor. One of the important reasons is that all kinds of buildings must not exceed the height of the mosque. Therefore, you can clearly see the magnificent Saifuddin Mosque from any angle in the urban area. Although it is the capital, there is no noise of big cities, and there are surprisingly few pedestrians on the road, only traffic. ?

electronic facilities of religious sites?

It is no exaggeration to say that the mosque can be called the soul of Brunei people here, and it is also the most important place in life. There are two famous mosques in Bandar Seri Begawan, namely Saifuddin Mosque and Bolkiah Mosque. The former was built by the old king before his death, and it is also the most magnificent and prestigious religious shrine. The Bolkiah Mosque was built by the current Sudan and the largest royal mosque in Brunei. It was officially opened on the birthday of the present Sultan in 1994. It is said that the mosque is very large, and the two worship rooms for men and women can accommodate 3,5 people and 1, people respectively, and all the facilities inside are electronic. This mosque is also called "Blue Mosque". From the outside, the pale blue columns are towering into the sky. There are 29 resplendent domes, all wrapped in pure gold, to commemorate the 29 dynasties ruled by Sudan in history. Four 189-foot-high minarets are decorated with blue and white mosaics, and the niches pointing to the direction of Mecca are decorated with black marble and gold-plated tiles. The top of eight outdoor columns are also decorated with many 24K Venus. ?

golden wealth can be seen everywhere?

Although I have only been in Brunei for two short days, the deepest impression is only one word-"Fu". Brunei is a major oil producer in Southeast Asia and a major LNG producer in the world. The production and export of oil and natural gas are the pillars of the national economy, accounting for 36% of GDP and 95% of total export revenue. Someone has calculated that Brunei can produce 2, barrels of oil every day. If it is calculated at $35 per barrel, the annual income alone will be as high as $2.555 billion. Some people may think that this figure is nothing, but we must know that the population of Brunei is less than 4,. This makes her per capita GDP as high as 14, US dollars. ?

However, Brunei's wealth is not only reflected in figures, but also in your side. Take the Imperial Hotel here as an example. It is called one of the most luxurious hotels in the world. The whole hotel covers an area of 188 hectares, integrating hotels, resorts and golf courses. In the interior decoration, the huge beams and columns and the carved ceiling are all inlaid with 24K gold, and even the seats and coffee tables in the lobby are gold-plated. At first glance, they are glittering and luxurious. ?

only pay one yuan for building a house?

In Arabic, "Darusalan" means "land of peace, peaceful world". This can be fully reflected in the life of Brunei people. With the support of high GDP, Brunei is tax-free for all, and all domestic education fees and medical services are free. Because it is rich in oil, the price of gasoline here is only over 4 Wen Yuan per liter (equivalent to more than RMB in 2 yuan), so the car ownership rate is extremely high, with an average of at least two cars per family. Taxis are "rare animals" here. Taxis can hardly be seen in the streets, airports and restaurants. In addition, the government is also very preferential to individuals to build houses. It is said that as long as the land fee of 1 Wen yuan is paid to the government, houses can be built. To outsiders, Brunei people really live a happy life. ?

overlooking the world's largest palace?

In this monarchy, the palace is naturally the most solemn and supreme place. The Royal Palace in Brunei is the largest in the world. According to local people, there are more than 1,7 rooms in the Nuluo Oman Palace, which is a place for state banquets. If you want to visit the palace, you should go on National Day or Eid al-Fitr after the end of fasting. At this time, the gate will be open for three days, and visitors can take this opportunity to queue up to shake hands with Sudan. But it is not open to the public at ordinary times, and even vehicles are not allowed to stay around. After showing the identity of China reporter to the guard, he agreed that we could only look out of the palace and take a picture at the gate from a distance. ?

Hassanal bolkiah, the current Sultans Of Brunei, enjoys high prestige among the people, and he has a people-friendly style. No wonder portraits of kings and queens are hung on almost all public occasions in Brunei, and even in every household. ?

Venice in the East attracts tourists?

When the Brunei River flows beside the downtown area of bandar seri begawan, it forms a wide river bend. On this wide water surface, there is a "water village" known as "Venice of the East". It is composed of about 1 villages built on water. It is said to have a history of more than 6 years and currently has about 3, residents. ?

The residents of Shuicun are mostly low-and middle-income residents. It is understood that most of them are Malays, and most of the adult residents work for the government. The security in Shuicun is good, and the residents are quite friendly to foreign visitors. In addition to homes, there are schools, mosques, post offices, fire brigades, clinics, village committees and other public institutions in the village, forming a rather unique aquatic community, which has become one of Brunei's famous scenic spots, a must-see for foreign tourists and one of the important creative themes of local painters and photographers. ?

The main means of transportation in Shuicun is a wooden speedboat with a length of more than 5 meters and a width of more than 1 meter. When crossing the bridge pile, it does not slow down, which makes tourists jumpy, but the residents of Shuicun have long been used to it.