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Prince Abdul Mateen (right) touching his forehead on his father's hand, Brunei's Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah (2nd L) after his solemnization. Kuala Lumpur: Brunei’s Prince Abdul Mateen and his commoner wife will be feted at a royal banquet Monday to mark the end of a lavish nuptial festival in the oil-rich sultanate.
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Prince Abdul Mateen (left) signing documents after his solemnization, January 11, 2024. The 32-year-old prince, once dubbed one of Asia’s most eligible bachelors, married Anisha Rosnah Isa-Kalebic, 29, in ceremonies steeped in tradition that began Jan. 7.
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A solemnization ceremony was held at a mosque on Thursday, and events climaxed Sunday with a reception and a parade on the streets of Brunei.
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During Sunday’s procession, the newlyweds stood at the back of an open-top Rolls-Royce as they waved to the crowds lining the streets to catch a glimpse of the popular prince and his bride .
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The pomp and splendor of their wedding festival has brought much excitement to the tiny sultanate of 450,000 people.
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The royal couple will be feted at a feast at the swanky 1,788-room palace later Monday, their last public event.
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Family members will hold prayers Tuesday to officially mark an end to the 10-day celebration, but without the couple.
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Mateen is the fourth son and 10th child of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, one of the world’s richest men.
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While sixth in line to the throne, the prince has gained prominence in recent years accompanying his father on diplomatic engagements.
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The sultan announced the engagement in October of Mateen and Anisha, who is the granddaughter of the ruler’s special advisor.
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Mateen, who plays polo and is a helicopter pilot in the Royal Brunei Air Force, has a 2.6 million-strong following on Instagram. Anisha reportedly owns a fashion brand and tourism business.
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