News National News National 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…
News National News National 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…
News National News National 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…
News National News National 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…
News National News National 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…
News National News National 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…
News National News National 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…
News National News National ‘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…
News National News National 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…
News National News National MoE upgrades HR department to raise teacher performance Succession plan and competency framework are in the pipeline to promote a performance-driven culture in schools September 23, 2019 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – The Ministry of Education (MoE) is making changes to its human resources functions to improve teachers’ competence. As part…