Brunei People's Independence Party

Brunei People's Independence Party or natively known as the Parti Barisan Kemerdekaan Rakyat (BAKER), was a political party in Brunei that emerged as a vocal advocate for the country's independence from British protection, parliamentary democracy and national sovereignty. Formed during a period of constitutional debate and political uncertainty, BAKER sought to accelerate Brunei's path to sovereignty and push for greater political representation. The party actively engaged in discussions with the British government and challenged the government's cautious approach to constitutional reforms. Despite its initial momentum, BAKER struggled to gain widespread electoral support, and internal fractures weakened its influence. Following Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah's ascension in 1967 and a series of political setbacks, the party's operations gradually declined, leading to its eventual dissolution by 1985.