Project ABDiscovering Life’s Insights, One Thought at a Time.Since 2000
Brunei, through the eyes of a local boy.
Photography, society and culture, social commentary, and memorable pieces from 25 years of the Project AB archive.
Popular Posts
Reader favourites and memorable pieces from the Project AB archive.
PeopleThe Business Icons of BruneiA frequently revisited portrait of the people who helped shape Brunei’s business story.
Random ThoughtsWhat’s the difference between religion and tradition?A thought-provoking reader favourite on belief, culture, and the lines between them.
FeaturedAB Rewind: Catching Up With Ihsan, 16 Years LaterA return to a memorable Project AB story, seen again with the benefit of time.
FeaturedThe Cause of Death is LifeA reflective piece about mortality, meaning, and the urgency of living well.
IslamStoic Wisdom and Islamic Teachings: 7 Timeless LessonsShared principles for patience, discipline, perspective, and a grounded life.
FoodClean Toilets as a Licensing Requirement? Yes Please!A practical argument that sparked attention, agreement, and conversation.
Random ThoughtsWhat’s the difference between religion and tradition?A thought-provoking reader favourite on belief, culture, and the lines between them.
FeaturedAB Rewind: Catching Up With Ihsan, 16 Years LaterA return to a memorable Project AB story, seen again with the benefit of time.
FeaturedThe Cause of Death is LifeA reflective piece about mortality, meaning, and the urgency of living well.
IslamStoic Wisdom and Islamic Teachings: 7 Timeless LessonsShared principles for patience, discipline, perspective, and a grounded life.
FoodClean Toilets as a Licensing Requirement? Yes Please!A practical argument that sparked attention, agreement, and conversation.
Life & Such
Personal reflections, faith, travel, and the lessons found in everyday life.
IslamExactly Where I Need to BeA quiet reflection on faith, timing, and finding meaning in where life places us.
TravelReflections from My First UmrahA personal journey shaped by place, worship, gratitude, and discovery.
Random ThoughtsAs I get older…Small truths about ageing, perspective, and what begins to matter more.
IslamTeaching Adab and Akhlak to Children in a Digital AgeHelping children carry enduring values into an increasingly connected world.
TravelBrunei to Melbourne: A Business Traveler’s PerspectivePractical observations and personal impressions from the journey south.
FoodMy dinner guest listA playful meeting of food, conversation, imagination, and good company.
TravelReflections from My First UmrahA personal journey shaped by place, worship, gratitude, and discovery.
Random ThoughtsAs I get older…Small truths about ageing, perspective, and what begins to matter more.
IslamTeaching Adab and Akhlak to Children in a Digital AgeHelping children carry enduring values into an increasingly connected world.
TravelBrunei to Melbourne: A Business Traveler’s PerspectivePractical observations and personal impressions from the journey south.
FoodMy dinner guest listA playful meeting of food, conversation, imagination, and good company.
Photography
Brunei and beyond, seen through the people, places, and moments that caught my eye.
#BruneiPhotography25 Years of AnakBrunei: From Pixels to PerspectivesHow photography became the visual foundation of Project AB and its long digital archive.
StreetHis Majesty greets subjects in Brunei-MuaraA public moment documented through the people, expressions, and atmosphere of the day.
Guest PhotogKampung Morten – Villa SentosaArchitecture, memory, and heritage captured through a photographer’s eye.
StreetDouble Six: Dirgahayu Kebawah Duli Tuan PatikScenes, faces, and public celebration captured in the heart of Brunei.
Guest PhotogCelebrating Chinese New Year in CardiffA colourful cultural celebration documented far from home.
Guest PhotogUBD Green Xchange Project LaunchedA community initiative told through the activity and people behind it.
StreetHis Majesty greets subjects in Brunei-MuaraA public moment documented through the people, expressions, and atmosphere of the day.
Guest PhotogKampung Morten – Villa SentosaArchitecture, memory, and heritage captured through a photographer’s eye.
StreetDouble Six: Dirgahayu Kebawah Duli Tuan PatikScenes, faces, and public celebration captured in the heart of Brunei.
Guest PhotogCelebrating Chinese New Year in CardiffA colourful cultural celebration documented far from home.
Guest PhotogUBD Green Xchange Project LaunchedA community initiative told through the activity and people behind it.
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Social Commentary
Observations on Brunei, public life, and the choices that shape our future.
ThoughtsLess Than a Decade to Go…Looking plainly at the ambitions, urgency, and work still ahead for Wawasan 2035.
Random ThoughtsDignity Should Not Be OptionalWhy the dignity of people should remain central to the way society works.
ThoughtsThe Problem Was Never AIA human look at technology, responsibility, and the choices behind the tools.
ThoughtsA Building of Two ChaptersWhat a changing building can reveal about memory, progress, and the city around it.
Brunei DarussalamHired Help, Not Indentured LabourA direct argument for fairness, dignity, and responsibility in the treatment of workers.