News National News National Foreign vehicles must have tank three-quarters full to enter Brunei from April 1: DoE Government introduces new measures to protect national fuel supply amid global oil shock March 31, 2026 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Foreign-registered vehicles that fail to meet new fuel requirements will be denied entry into Brunei from April 1, as…
News Legislative Council National News Legislative Council National Brunei to tighten road safety following fatal cycling accident New proposals include a cycling ban on highways and the rollout of dedicated bike routes March 26, 2026 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Brunei is set to tighten road safety regulations for cyclists, including a proposed cycling ban on major highways and…
News Legislative Council National Business News Legislative Council National Business Brunei sets Q3 2027 target for launch of domestic stock exchange March 19, 2026 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Brunei’s long-awaited domestic stock exchange is slated to launch by the end of the third quarter of 2027, the…
National News Legislative Council National News Legislative Council Brunei set to ratify ASEAN Climate Change Centre agreement Minister also calls for National Adaptation Plan to bolster climate resilience March 18, 2026 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Brunei is ready to ratify the agreement establishing the ASEAN Climate Change Centre, with an official announcement expected in…
News Legislative Council National News Legislative Council National MoRA tables $280M budget to bolster religious education, infrastructure March 18, 2026 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – The Ministry of Religious Affairs has proposed a budget of B$280.3 million for FY 2026/27, with funding channelled towards…
News Legislative Council National News Legislative Council National MoH proposes B$646M budget to boost sustainable healthcare March 17, 2026 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – The Ministry of Health (MoH) has proposed a B$646 million budget for FY 2026/27, aimed at driving efficiency while…
National News Legislative Council National News Legislative Council $88M to drive food production, exports March 16, 2026 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – The Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism (MPRT) has proposed a budget of B$88.76 million for FY 2026/27. Speaking…
News Legislative Council National News Legislative Council National New tourism markets targeted ahead of Visit Brunei 2027 Cruise ship industry drives tourist arrivals, with visitor numbers up 13% March 16, 2026 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Brunei is targeting new tourism markets in 2026—including North America, the Middle East, and western Europe—as part of a…
News Legislative Council National News Legislative Council National $6.3 billion supply bill targets fiscal stability Government prioritises financial prudence and non-oil sector growth in new budget aimed at navigating global volatility March 15, 2026 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – The government has tabled a B$6.3 billion supply bill for the 2026/27 financial year, seeking to balance fiscal prudence…
News Legislative Council National News Legislative Council National Brunei earmarks $480M for RKN12 projects The allocation from the 12th National Development Plan will drive critical infrastructure, healthcare, and digital innovation March 15, 2026 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – The government has earmarked $480 million from the FY 2026/27 budget to drive critical infrastructure and socio-economic projects over…