They are among the world's wealthiest men. Now the bitter feud of Brunei's brothers reaches its climax In one corner is the Sultan of Brunei, supreme ruler of the tiny, oil-rich state nestled beside Malaysia on the island of Borneo. In the other is Prince Jefri Bolkiah, his youngest and once-favourite brother. Brunei's former Finance Minister, Prince Jefri became known as PJ to friends during his jet-setting...
Battle royal for riches of the Sultan
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