Prince Abdul Mateen is a distinguished member of the Brunei royal family, embarked on a remarkable military journey. Starting his Commissioning Course at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst on May 9, 2010, he earned the rank of Second Lieutenant upon graduation on April 15, 2011. Notable advancements continued, with his promotion to Acting Captain on August 31, 2016.
Bio/Wiki
Age- 32 years
Full name-Abdul Mateen ibni Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah
Height- 1.73 m
Weight- 65 KG
Born- 10 August 1991
Birthplace-Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Saleha Hospital, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei
Spouse – Anisha Rosnah (m. 2024)
Profession-Royal Brunei Air Force
Nationality- Bruneian
Parents
His parents are Hassanal Bolkiah and Mariam Abdul Aziz. Initially a flight attendant for Royal Brunei Airlines, his mother held this position at the time of her marriage to his father. However, they divorced in 2003.
Sibling
He has 10 siblings named Abdul Wakeel, Al-Muhtadee Billah, Prince Abdul Azim of Brunei, Azemah Bolkiah, Fadzilah Lubabul Bolkiah, Prince ‘Abdul Malik, Hafizah Sururul Bolkiah, Princess Majeedah Nuurul Bolkiah, Princess Muta-Wakkilah, and Princess Rashidah.
Wife
Prince Marteen married to Anisha Rosnah, she is the granddaughter of Pehin Dato Isa, who holds the esteemed position of special advisor to the Sultan of Brunei.
Education
Prince Mateen attended St. Andrew’s School for primary education in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei, and pursued his secondary education at the prestigious Paduka Seri Begawan Sultan Science College and Jerudong International School. In July 2014, he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in international politics from King’s College London, and in July 2016, he received a Master of Arts degree in international studies and diplomacy from the University of London’s School of Oriental and African Studies.
Career
Prince Mateen’s Military career
On May 9, 2010, Prince Mateen commenced his Commissioning Course for Regular Army Officers at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, graduating on April 15, 2011, as a Second Lieutenant. His promotion to Acting Captain took effect on August 31, 2016. After completing Elementary Flying Training at RAF Cranwell in April 2017, he qualified as a helicopter pilot in March 2018 at the Defence Helicopter Flying School, RAF Shawbury, earning his flying brevet (wings) from his father. On June 30, 2019, he was granted honorary membership in the Special Forces Regiment as part of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces’ 58th-anniversary celebrations.
On May 20, 2021, Prince Mateen was promoted to the rank of Major. Later that year, he successfully completed The All Arms Commando Course at the Commando Training Centre Royal Marines in the UK, earning the Green Beret. Following Basic Parachute Training on September 23, 2022, an award ceremony was held at RAF Brize Norton.
Prince Mateen’s Diplomatic Journey
After leaders’ bilateral meetings in Amman on October 4, 2018, which included the signing of three memoranda of understanding in infrastructure, tourism, and defense, along with a customs cooperation agreement, Brunei and Jordan affirmed their enduring alliance. On October 22, 2019, Prince Mateen participated in the elaborate succession ceremony of Japan’s Emperor Naruhito to the Chrysanthemum throne, attending alongside his father. The ceremony marked the culmination of a transition initiated by his father’s abdication earlier that year.
From March 13 to 14, 2023, Prince Mateen conducted a comprehensive tour of Naval Special Warfare (NSW) commands in Coronado, California. During this visit, he engaged with NSW members, including discussions with Rear Admiral Keith B. Davids, chief of Navy Special Warfare Command, exploring potential areas of future cooperation. He also gained insights into the human performance program at NSWG-1, which integrates various elements such as strength and conditioning training, sports medicine, performance psychology, performance nutrition, and research and technologies related to human performance.
Prince Mateen’s Sports Journey
Prince Mateen represented Brunei in polo at the 2017 and 2019 Southeast Asian Games, drawing nearly 3,000 spectators during the 2017 SEA Games, where he and his sister, Princess Azemah, faced off against Malaysian Minister Khairy Jamaluddin. In a charity football match on April 7, 2007, Captain Abdul Mateen led the AM Gunners to a 1–1 draw against team Projek Ikan Pusu (PIP) at the Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium, raising a total of B$12,192. Another charity match featuring Mateen-led AM Gunners and Sport School took place at the same venue on March 22, 2008.
Net Worth
Reportedly, Abdul Mateen’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $28 billion.
