'Sultan of Brunei' Stories

HM issues stern warning to labour, immigration officials against abuse of power Monarch highlights potential corruption, security breaches

October 5, 2020

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah made an unannounced visit to the labour and immigration departments on Monday to…

UN ‘far from perfect’, but we must work to make it better: HM Sultan delivers statement via videoconference to mark 75th anniversary of the United Nations

September 22, 2020

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – As the United Nations marked its 75th anniversary on Monday, leaders renewed calls for “reinvigorated” multilateralism in the face…

HM: Haj deferred over safety concerns The sultan explains Brunei's decision to skip this year's Haj in light of the COVID-19 pandemic

July 31, 2020

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah has justified Brunei’s decision to skip the Haj this year with pilgrims’ safety…

Sultan names Temburong bridge after late father His Majesty addresses nation in a pre-recorded 74th birthday titah amid the COVID-19 pandemic

July 15, 2020

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN — His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah has named the mega Temburong bridge after his late father, Sultan Haji Omar…

HM urges public to heed health guidelines as Hari Raya festivities begin Customary open houses will not be allowed, gatherings must be limited to immediate family

May 24, 2020

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – As Hari Raya festivities kick off on Sunday, the monarch urged all residents to abide by health guidelines set…

Spectre of COVID-19 casts shadow over Ramadan Monarch says mosques will remain closed and Hari Raya traditions will have to be curtailed

April 25, 2020

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Although Brunei has seen early success in containing the spread of coronavirus, the threat of a widespread outbreak still…

HM announces special $400 monthly allowance for healthcare workers Brunei's monarch acknowledges sacrifices made by frontline personnel; also announces financial aid for market vendors, taxi drivers

April 14, 2020

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah on Monday announced a special $400 monthly allowance for healthcare workers who have…

Culture of inaction still persists within civil service, says HM Poor work ethic, lack of public trust are issues that must be addressed, the sultan says on Civil Service Day

November 12, 2019

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah on Tuesday censured civil servants who fail to perform their duties and uphold…

‘Brunei’s prosperity owed to Islamic leadership’ The sultan addresses nation on Maulidur Rasul

November 8, 2019

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – As the country welcomed Maulidur Rasul on Friday evening, His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah urged Muslims to emulate…

Brunei to set up new Jawi centre The sultan announced the establishment of the centre to promote the Jawi script as a representation of national identity

October 16, 2019

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah on Tuesday announced the establishment of a Jawi studies centre to promote the…

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