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Brunei

AI Agent Legal Status: undefined · Autonomy: undefined

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3Score /10

Legal Framework

Brunei is a small, wealthy nation with a Digital Economy Masterplan 2025 but limited specific regulation for AI or autonomous agents. The regulatory environment is conservative and underdeveloped for digital innovation.

Key Laws & Regulations

  • Digital Economy Masterplan 2025
  • Electronic Transactions Act
  • Computer Misuse Act

Business Formation

Private limited company (Sdn Bhd). Foreign investment requires approval and local partnerships may be preferred.

Tax Implications

No personal income tax. CIT rate of 18.5%. Small market limits tax planning benefits.

Opportunities

Low-tax environment with government interest in digital economy diversification.

Highlights

No personal income tax and relatively low CIT. Government commitment to digital economy transformation.

Risks & Challenges

Very small market. Conservative regulatory culture. Limited tech talent pool.