The National Musabaqah Al-Qur’an Reading for Adult 1447H/2026

The National Musabaqah Al-Qur’an Reading for Adult 1447H/2026

by | 27 Apr, 2026 | News, Senior Minister

His Royal Highness the Crown Prince graces the opening of the Final of the National Musabaqah Al-Qur’an Reading for Adults 1447 Hijrah/2026 at the International Convention Centre in Berakas, 27th April early evening. Also in attendance was His Royal Highness’ brother, His Royal Highness Prince ‘Abdul Malik.

Upon arrival, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince was greeted by Yang Berhormat Pehin Udana Khatib Dato Paduka Seri Setia Ustaz Haji Awang Badaruddin bin Pengarah Dato Paduka Haji Awang Othman, Minister of Religious Affairs; Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Doctor Awang Haji Mohd. Amin Liew bin Abdullah, Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office and Second Minister of Finance and Economy; Yang Berhormat Datin Seri Setia Doctor Dayang Hajah Romaizah binti Haji Mohd Salleh, Minister of Education and Yang Berhormat Pengiran Dato Seri Setia Shamhary bin Pengiran Dato Paduka Haji Mustapha, Minister of Transport and Infocommunication.

The ceremony began with the reading of Surah Al-Fatihah led by Yang Berhormat Pehin Orang Kaya Paduka Seri Utama Dato Paduka Seri Setia Haji Awang Salim bin Haji Besar.

In his welcoming remarks, the Minister of Religious Affairs among other things touched on the theme of this year’s competition and the efforts of various parties to implement the learning of Al-Qur’an to ensure that the country’s generations will remain familiar with Al-Qur’an.

The National Musabaqah Al-Qur’an Reading is held for 3 consecutive nights. The first night saw 6 participants presenting their readings. This year’s Musabaqah carries the theme ‘Mengukuhkan Pembelajaran Al-Qur’an dan Menghayati Ajarannya’ or Strengthening Al-Quran Learning and Internalising Its Teachings.  The annual competition, jointly organised by the Ministry of Religious Affairs; the Prime Minister’s Office; Ministry of Education; Ministry of Transport and Infocommunications; and Datastream Digital (DST) Sendirian Berhad, will continue on 28th April night, with 6 more participants presenting their readings.

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Asia Zero Emissions Community Plus Leaders’ Summit

Asia Zero Emissions Community Plus Leaders’ Summit

by | 20 Apr, 2026 | News, Others

The ongoing fuel supply disruptions have reinforced the importance of energy efficiency and fuel affordability as core national policies. Brunei Darussalam, though relatively well-positioned, is not insulated from these effects, as price volatility affects households and industries alike. The matter was shared by the Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office and Second Minister of Defence while attending the Asia Zero Emissions Community Plus, AZEC PLUS Leaders’ Summit via online.

Yang Berhormat Pehin Datu Lailaraja Retired Major General Dato Paduka Seri Awang Haji Halbi bin Haji Mohd Yussof said Brunei Darussalam supports a measured approach and remains committed to accelerating alternative energy resources including renewable energy at a pace aligned with its national circumstances while continuing investment in oil and gas. As a stable and trusted energy producer, the country stressed that any regional initiative must be inclusive, balanced, mutually beneficial, and respectful of each country’s national energy security.

The Summit was chaired by Her Excellency Sanae Takaichi, Prime Minister of Japan, who highlighted that the countries most affected by the supply chain disruptions are those in the Asian region, and called for stronger regional cooperation in addressing energy security challenges. The Prime Minister announced that AZEC is to be further developed, incorporating economic and energy resilience by integrating decarbonisation, economic growth, and energy security. The country’s participation in the Summit reflects its continued commitment to support regional cooperation while safeguarding national energy security and economic stability. Also joining was Dato Seri Paduka Awang Haji Mohamad Azmi bin Haji Mohd Hanifah, Deputy Minister for Energy at the Prime Minister’s Office.

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Board of Directors Meeting of BLNG & BGC

Board of Directors Meeting of BLNG & BGC

by | 20 Apr, 2026 | News, Prime Minister

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 in a titah acknowledged the strong performance demonstrated by Brunei LNG Sendirian Berhad, BLNG; and Brunei Gas Carriers Sendirian Berhad, BGC in 2025, particularly in operational excellence, financial resilience and commitment towards safety.

In this regard, His Majesty emphasised that importance of sustaining this momentum for the rest of 2026 particularly as the global energy landscape is currently marked by geopolitical uncertainty and volatility in oil prices. His Majesty highlighted that these external pressures require vigilance, resilience and prudent judgment at all levels of the organisation. His Majesty also emphasised the need to adopt a long-term perspective in all matters of significance, which extends beyond immediate market cycles and short-term fluctuations.

His Majesty made the titah while chairing the 229th Board of Directors Meeting of BLNG and the 115th Board of Meeting of BGC for the First Quarter of 2026. The meeting took place at the Prime Minister’s Office.

Upon arrival, His Majesty was greeted by Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Doctor Awang Haji Mohd. Amin Liew bin Abdullah, Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office and Second Minister of Finance and Economy, and Dato Seri Paduka Awang Haji Mohamad Azmi bin Haji Mohd. Hanifah, Deputy Minister for Energy at the Prime Minister’s Office, in their capacity as members of the BLNG and BGC Board of Directors. The meeting commenced with a recitation of Doa. The meeting discussed key areas such as safety, operational performance, financials, manpower development, and setting the company’s strategic direction for both BLNG and BGC. The meeting was also attended by key stakeholders including Shareholder Directors representing the Government of His Majesty, Shell PLC and Mitsubishi Corporation, as well as members of the respective Management from BLNG and BGC. His Majesty Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam will also chair the 418th Meeting of the Board of Directors of Brunei Shell Petroleum Sdn Bhd (BSP) and the 196th Meeting of the Board of Directors of Brunei Shell Marketing Sdn Bhd (BSM) for the First Quarter of 2026, 23rd April 2026.

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Wawasan Brunei 2035 Special Session Meeting

Wawasan Brunei 2035 Special Session Meeting

by | 18 Apr, 2026 | News, Prime Minister

His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam chaired the Wawasan Brunei 2035 Special Session Meeting. It was held at Istana Nurul Iman, 18th April morning. Also attending was His Majesty’s son, His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office.

Wawasan Brunei 2035 remains as the nation’s main strategic framework in spurring Brunei Darussalam’s socio-economic development towards achieving sustainable prosperity and the well-being of the people.

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Audience and Junjung Ziarah Ceremony

Audience and Junjung Ziarah Ceremony

by | 16 Apr, 2026 | News, Prime Minister

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 received in audience and junjung ziarah from the country’s intending haj pilgrims. The ceremony took place at Istana Nurul Iman, 16th April afternoon.

Also present was His Majesty’s son, His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office.

His Majesty received in audience and junjung ziarah from 1,020 intending haj pilgrims, comprising 490 males and 530 females. The figure includes officers of the Brunei Darussalam Haj Management Office for Administration and Medical, and haj operators.

The intending pilgrims will depart for Madinah on four separate flights which are on the 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th of May.

Prior to leaving for the Holy Land, the intending pilgrims are reminded to prioritise all necessary preparations.

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Prime Minister of Australia Audience Ceremony

Prime Minister of Australia Audience Ceremony

by | 15 Apr, 2026 | News, Prime Minister

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 in a titah stresses that the Brunei Darussalam-Australia Comprehensive Partnership ensured the continuity of friendship and ties between both countries. His Majesty stated that energy and food security as important areas to also enhance economic growth.

The monarch in a titah also highlighted Brunei Darussalam and Australia’s close ties in trade, defence, education and people-to-people exchanges. His Majesty made the titah during the Bilateral Meeting between The Honourable Prime Minister of Australia who was in Brunei Darussalam for a two-day Working Visit from 14th to 15th of April 2026. Earlier, His Majesty received in audience The Honourable Anthony Albenese MP, Prime Minister of Australia. The Audience Ceremony took place at Cheradi Laila Kenchana, Istana Nurul Iman.

Also in attendance were members of the Royal Family. Also present were Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Nazmi bin Haji Mohamad, Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports as Minister-in-attendance as well as the official delegation of Australia.

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