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Brunei Moves to Align with IPU, CPA to Boost Global Ties

(MENAFN) On Monday, Brunei's Legislative Council approved a motion to officially join the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA). Lawmakers emphasized that aligning with these international bodies will...

Visit of Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Negara Brunei Darussalam His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, President of The Republic of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto, The Regent of Johor His Royal Highness Tunku Ismail, and Deputy Prime Minister of…

Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Negara Brunei Darussalam His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, President of the Republic of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto, the Regent of Johor His Royal Highness Tunku Ismail, and Deputy Prime...

Brunei, Sarawak Showcase Enhances Trade Collaboration

(MENAFN) A food, creative, and handicraft exhibition co-hosted by Brunei and Sarawak, Malaysia, marks a significant step toward enhancing collaboration in trade, tourism, and sustainable development, a senior Bruneian official stated on Saturday....

Brunei Launches Inaugural Large-Scale Solar-Powered Shrimp Farm

(MENAFN) Brunei has marked a groundbreaking achievement with the launch of its inaugural large-scale solar-powered shrimp aquaculture facility near Muara port on Monday. Jets Sdn Bhd, a leading shrimp farming company, officially opened Brunei’s...

Brunei business conference stresses innovation to achieve project’s goals

(MENAFN) At the Brunei Business Conference 2025 held near the capital on Tuesday, a government minister highlighted that for Brunei to achieve its Vision 2035—which aims for a high quality of life, a vibrant and sustainable economy, and a...

Visit by Minister for Law and Second Minister for Home Affairs Edwin Tong to Brunei Darussalam, 14 to 15 July 2025

Minister for Law and Second Minister for Home Affairs Edwin Tong visited Brunei Darussalam from 14 to 15 July 2025 as the Singapore Government’s representative for the 79th birthday celebrations of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah...

Brunei Demands Collective Effort to Safeguard Forests, Reefs

(MENAFN) In a strong call to action, a Brunei government minister emphasized Tuesday that safeguarding the nation’s forests and reefs is a collective responsibility, not one solely borne by the government. This declaration highlights Brunei’s...

Brunei Finalizes Massive Solar Project to Expand Renewable Energy Goals

(MENAFN) Brunei has finalized agreements to construct a 30-megawatt solar photovoltaic power plant, a local news outlet reported on Sunday. This project represents a critical advancement in the nation’s ongoing commitment to expanding its...

Brunei’s Customs Department Participates in Global Summit

(MENAFN) The Royal Brunei Customs and Excise Department recently engaged in an international forum aimed at strengthening collaboration on customs and trade development across the Asia-Pacific region. Among the senior officials representing Brunei...

Brunei Launches Initiative to Ignite Students' Interest in Hospitality Careers

(MENAFN) The Brunei Tourism Development Department has launched an initiative to deepen students’ understanding of the wide-ranging career opportunities within the nation’s tourism and hospitality industries, the Department announced Monday. This...

Brunei Reports Surge in Women Joining Tech Sector

(MENAFN) Brunei has experienced a rise in the number of women entering professional roles within the information and communications technology (ICT) sector. Women accounted for nearly 34 percent of the ICT workforce in 2024, marking a 4 percent...

Brunei Man Gets 16-Month Sentence for Stealing iPhone 11

(MENAFN) A 45-year-old man was sentenced to 16 months in prison by Brunei’s Magistrate Court on Monday after being convicted of stealing an iPhone 11 from a store near the capital. The man, identified as Mohd Noramir Jamil, had pleaded guilty to...

Brunei Empowers Disaster-Struck Families with Financial Aid

(MENAFN) The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports in Brunei has stepped in to provide crucial financial support to fourteen families grappling with the aftermath of recent calamities, local news outlets reported this Sunday. The aid distribution,...

From Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, Sultan of Brunei Darussalam

AZERBAIJAN, June 10 - His Excellency Mr. Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Assalamu'alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh Please accept my warmest congratulations to you, the Government, and the people of the Republic of...

Brunei's Economy Sees Steady Growth at 2.6 Percent in 2025, 2026

(MENAFN) Brunei’s economic growth is projected to be 2.6% in both 2025 and 2026, as reported by the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO). In its regional economic outlook released last week, AMRO highlighted that Brunei experienced...

Vice Prime Minister Mariano Assanami Sabino Reinforces Cooperation with Brunei in the Social and Community Development Fields

Brunei reports notable decline in maternal mortality rates over two decades

(MENAFN) Brunei has recorded a significant reduction in maternal mortality over the last twenty years, as reported by the country's health minister. During a World Health Day event on Monday, Minister of Health Haji Mohd Isham Jaafar revealed that...

Visit of Minister in the Prime Minister's Office, Second Minister for Foreign Affairs, and Second Minister for Education Dr Maliki Osman to Brunei Darussalam, 1 to 4 April 2025

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office, Second Minister for Education, and Second Minister for Foreign Affairs, Dr Maliki Osman, will visit Brunei from 1 to 4 April 2025 for Hari Raya Aidilfitri. During his visit, Minister Maliki and the...

China’s "HYSY 295" ship start its marine engineering project

(MENAFN) The Chinese-built vessel "HYSY 295" has begun its inaugural engineering project in Brunei, as confirmed by its captain, Qiao Baoxin. The vessel, notable for its expansive helicopter deck and large crane, was finalizing preparations for...

Call for Applications: UNITAR Women’s Leadership in Disaster Risk Reduction for World Tsunami Awareness Day 2025

The programme is open to motivated people living in or from Pacific Island countries and territories or the Asia-Pacific, who are: An adult of 18 years or older Eager to learn about the leadership skills required for disaster risk reduction...