Brunei Beckons: Indian Firms Eye Southeast Asian Gateway
A wave of interest in Brunei as a key Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) destination is sweeping across Indian businesses. This follows a successful investment roundtable hosted by the Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB) in Chennai on August 2, 2025.
The event, held at the Taj Coromandel in collaboration with an international trade consultancy, showcased Brunei’s strategic location and investment-friendly policies. It highlighted the nation’s potential as a springboard to access the wider Southeast Asian and global markets.
Several Indian companies expressed keen interest in exploring opportunities in sectors like energy, infrastructure, and tourism. The BEDB emphasized Brunei’s commitment to fostering strong economic partnerships with India.
This burgeoning interest underscores India’s expanding economic footprint in Southeast Asia. The success of the Chennai roundtable points to a potentially significant increase in Indian investment in Brunei in the coming years, boosting bilateral trade and economic ties. This strategic move could significantly impact India’s regional trade dynamics and overall economic growth.
