His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu‘izzaddin Waddaulah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office, today attended Meetings with His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, and His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani, Deputy Amir of the State of Qatar, held at Amiri Diwan.

His Royal Highness was greeted upon arrival by His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani, Deputy Amir of the State of Qatar and was subsequently received in a formal welcoming ceremony. His Royal Highness was introduced to the members of the Qatari delegation followed by the official introduction of the Brunei Darussalam delegation to His Highness the Deputy Amir. The Welcoming Ceremony marked a warm and respectful start to the day’s diplomatic proceedings.

Audience with His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar

Following the ceremony, His Royal Highness was warmly received by His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, the Amir of the State of Qatar in an audience that marked a historic occasion, underscoring the deep and enduring bonds between the two countries. Also present at the audience was His Highness the Deputy Amir.

During the audience, His Royal Highness conveyed warm greetings from His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, the Amir of the State of Qatar. Both His Royal Highness and His Highness the Amir welcomed the warm and cordial bilateral relations between Brunei Darussalam and the State of Qatar.

During the audience, His Royal Highness and His Highness also exchanged views on the strategic efforts of both countries to diversify their economies as oil-rich nations, and explored potential avenues to expand cooperation in the field of investment. Furthermore, His Royal Highness, in a sabda, highlighted that in 2027 Brunei Darussalam will celebrate two historic milestones namely His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam’s Diamond Jubilee Celebration marking 60 years on the throne, as well as Visit Brunei Year.

Meeting with His Highness the Deputy Amir of the State of Qatar

Following the audience with His Highness the Amir, His Royal Highness proceeded to a meeting with His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani, the Deputy Amir of the State of Qatar, where discussions focused on reinforcing cooperation under the education, economic, and investment sectors. These engagements highlight the relationship and growing bilateral cooperation between Brunei Darussalam and the State of Qatar.

His Royal Highness also took the opportunity to commend Qatar for its vital and effective mediating role in regional and international geopolitics, recognizing the nation’s significant contributions to global peace and stability. In this regard, discussions included the potential for collaboration to work together in channeling humanitarian aid to Palestine.

Concluding the series of diplomatic engagements, His Highness the Deputy Amir hosted an official luncheon in honor of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince’s Official Visit to the State of Qatar.

The meetings at the Amiri Diwan underscored the warm hospitality and deep-rooted friendship binding both nations. The official visit serves as a historic milestone, marking the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Brunei Darussalam and the State of Qatar.

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His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu‘izzaddin Waddaulah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office and Her Royal Highness Paduka Seri Pengiran Anak Isteri Pengiran Anak Sarah binti Pengiran Haji Salleh Ab Rahaman, today visited the Qatar Foundation. During the visit, Their Royal Highnesses met with Her Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, Vice Chairperson and CEO of Qatar Foundation, and discussed mutual interests in human capital development, high-quality education, and scientific research.

As part of the itinerary, Their Royal Highnesses viewed the Education City campus from the Qatar Foundation Headquarters balcony. This vantage point showed the organization’s unique ecosystem of world-class academic institutions and research hubs. Their Royal Highnesses were also briefed on QF’s pivotal role in supporting Qatar’s transition toward a knowledge-based economy.

Established in 1995, Qatar Foundation serves as a key pillar in driving the nation’s economic diversification by shifting dependency away from oil and gas toward a sustainable, knowledge-driven future. Through Education City, the foundation invests heavily in high-tech fields including computer science, artificial intelligence, and energy research to build a highly skilled, globally competitive workforce. Additionally, Qatar Foundation operates specialized institutions like the Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute to advance green initiatives in energy security, water management, and climate change, while simultaneously prioritizing community development through major cultural and social hubs.

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His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu‘izzaddin Waddaulah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office and Her Royal Highness Paduka Seri Pengiran Anak Isteri Pengiran Anak Sarah binti Pengiran Haji Salleh Ab Rahaman, today visited the National Museum of Qatar. Their Royal Highnesses were welcomed upon arrival by His Excellency Sheikh Thani bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Chair of the Board of Trustees of Qatar Museums.

Accompanying Their Royal Highnesses were Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Muda ‘Abdul Muntaqim; Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Anak Muneerah Madhul Bolkiah; Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Muda Muhammad Aiman; and Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Anak Faathimah AzZahraa’ Raihaanul Bolkiah.

During the tour, Their Royal Highnesses were guided through the museum’s immersive galleries showing the chronological evolution and milestones shaping Qatar’s national identity. The delegation observed unique historical artifacts and archaeological treasures describing the country’s heritage and rapid socioeconomic transformation. The visit highlighted the deep cultural bonds and fraternal relations shared between Brunei Darussalam and the State of Qatar, emphasizing mutual appreciation for the preservation of national heritage.

The National Museum of Qatar first opened in 1975 inside the palace of Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani. For over 50 years, the museum has worked to protect Qatar’s history, share its rich heritage, and connect with people from around the world. In 2019, it reopened in a famous new building designed by architect Jean Nouvel to look like a desert rose crystal. Today, it serves as an educational center and a global landmark that holds rare treasures, including the Pearl Carpet of Baroda and ancient handwritten books.

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His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office, and Her Royal Highness Paduka Seri Pengiran Anak Isteri Pengiran Anak Sarah binti Pengiran Haji Salleh Ab. Rahaman today arrived in Doha, State of Qatar for a three-day Official Visit from 8 to 10 November 2026 at the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani, Deputy Amir of the State of Qatar.

Accompanying His Royal Highness and Her Royal Highness throughout the Official Visit were Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Muda ‘Abdul Muntaqim; Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Anak Muneerah Madhul Bolkiah; Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Muda Muhammad Aiman; and Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Anak Faathimah Az-Zahraa’ Raihaanul Bolkiah.

His Royal Highness and Her Royal Highness were greeted upon arrival at Doha International Airport by His Excellency Sheikh Thani bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees of Qatar Museums; and His Excellency Abdulla Hamad A. A. Al-Marri, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Qatar to Brunei Darussalam.

Their Royal Highnesses walked past a static guard of honor and along the red carpet before boarding the official motorcade.

Also present at Doha International Airport was His Excellency Mohamed Bahrin bin Abu Bakar, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Brunei Darussalam to the State of Qatar.

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His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office, and Her Royal Highness Paduka Seri Pengiran Anak Isteri Pengiran Anak Sarah binti Pengiran Haji Salleh Ab. Rahaman today departed for Doha, State of Qatar for a three-day Official Visit which will be held from 8 to 10 November 2026, at the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani, Deputy Amir of the State of Qatar.

Accompanying His Royal Highness and Her Royal Highness throughout the Official Visit were Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Anak Muneerah Madhul Bolkiah; Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Muda Muhammad Aiman; and Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Anak Faathimah AzZahraa’ Raihaanul Bolkiah.

Prior to departure, Doa Selamat was recited by Yang Dimuliakan Pehin Udana Khatib Dato Paduka Seri Setia Ustaz Awang Haji Badaruddin bin Pengarah Dato Paduka Awang Haji Othman.

Present at His Majesty the Sultan’s Flight Hangar to bid farewell to His Royal Highness and Her Royal Highness were Yang Amat Mulia Pengiran Cheteria; Cabinet Ministers; Members of the Privy Council; the Commander of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces; the Commissioner of Police, Royal Brunei Police Force; Permanent Secretaries from the Prime Minister’s Office; Ministry of Foreign Affairs; and Ministry of Education with their respective spouses.

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His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office, this morning, received in audience His Excellency Janbaz Khan, outgoing High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Brunei Darussalam

His Excellency presented his Letter of Credence to His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam on 21st April 2025.

The Audience Ceremony took place at Qashr Al-Meezan.

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