The Internal Security Department (Malay: Jabatan Keselamatan Dalam Negeri, or JKDN or KDN) is Brunei's domestic intelligence agency, which is under the Prime Minister's Office.[1] They are known to detain anyone suspected of being a threat to Brunei's national security for as long as needed.[2]
| Jabatan Keselamatan Dalam Negeri جابتن كسلامتن دالم نڬري | |
 | |
| Agency overview | |
|---|---|
| Formed | 1 August 1993 |
| Preceding agency |
|
| Jurisdiction | Government of Brunei |
| Headquarters | Jalan Utama Mentiri, Kampong Sungai Tilong, Mukim Berakas 'B', Brunei BC3315 |
| Parent agency | Prime Minister's Office |
| Website | Official website |
They are involved in both criminal and intelligence matters.[3]
History
The ISD was created to replace the Royal Brunei Police's Special Branch division, which was disbanded on 1 August 1993.[4]
In 2011, Tobishima Corporation was the contractor responsible for completing the Latifudin Complex Tungku Link in Rimba.[5]
Roles
The ISD is in charge of cases that involve subversion, espionage, sabotage, terrorism and promotion of racial/religious violence.[6] However, the ISD collaborates with the Royal Brunei Police Force to maintain internal security.[7]
Organization
The ISD has its headquarters at Jalan Utama Mentiri with branch offices in Tutong, Belait and Temburong.[8]
References
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