In addition to receiving numerous literary honours, his works—which are primarily realistic but also include fresh historiography—showcase aspects of Brunei society.

He spent his year in England, which included a few quick trips around the Continent, studying writing and publishing at the University of London's Institute of Education in Tropical Areas in 1971–1972.

[2][5] At the Master's Literary Award Multaqa: Memoir Muslim Burmat, held at Balai Sarmayuda, the acting director of the Language and Library Council (DBP) mentioned a number of topics, including these ones, in his welcome address.

The speaker observed that Muslim Burmat enjoys considerable regard as a literary personality both within and outside of his country due to the significant impact of his writings on nationalism.

upon addition to writing, he oversees Seri Bulan (Beautiful Moon), a restaurant he founded upon his retirement, and engages in his lifelong passion of bird raising.