20/04/2026 |
Arrival Ceremony of Transport AircraftHis Royal Highness 920 Lieutenant Colonel (Udara) Prince 'Abdul Mateen ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah on 20th April afternoon graced the Arrival Ceremony of the
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Delegation from Haj Pilgrims Affairs Office Departs for Saudi Arabia13 officers as the initial delegation from the Haj Pilgrims Management Office, Administration and Medical for this year's haj season departed for Saudi Arabia on 20th April morning, aboard a Royal Brunei Airlines flight. The delegation comprises 5 officers from the Administrative Hajj Pilgrim Affairs Office and an officer from the Medical Hajj Pilgrim Affairs Office.
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Signing of Memorandum of UnderstandingA significant milestone in Brunei Darussalam's industrial landscape was made on 20th April as Brunei Fertilizer Industries Sendirian Berhad , BFI and Polygel Intermediates Brunei Sendirian Berhad took another step forward in the strategic map for the downstream oil and gas industry. As one of the five priority sectors in the National Economic Blueprint, the collaboration is vital in strengthening Brunei Darussalam's industrial backbone by securing the supply of essential raw materials. Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Doktor Awang Haji Mohd. Amin Liew bin Abdullah, Minister at the Prime Minister's Office and Second Minister of Finance and Economy as the Chairman of BFI stated the matter during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the two companies at the Ministry of Finance and Economy. The collaboration between the two government linked companies reflects a positive shift towards a more robust and integrated downstream ecosystem. The upcoming Acetic Acid and Aniline facility at Sungai Liang Industrial Park, SPARK holds significant further downstream potential.
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Tahlil CeremonyIn commemoration of the 74th anniversary of the Information Department's establishment, the department held a Reading of Surah Yasin and Tahlil ceremony for Al- Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, Al- Marhumah Duli Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Damit and Al- Marhum His Royal Highness Prince Haji 'Abdul 'Azim. The ceremony took place at the Royal Mausoleum.
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Townhall SessionIn Brunei Darussalam, energy continues to play a central role in supporting economic growth and development. The commercial sector accounts for close to 28 percent of national electricity demand, making it one of the most important segment of targeted efficiency improvements. This was underscored by the Permanent Secretary for Energy at the Prime Minister's Office during the Townhall session with Sungai Bera Industrial Park Tenants for transitioning the site towards an energy efficient and solar intergrated industrial park. Organised by the Department of Energy and the Brunei Economic Development Board, BEDB, the session took place at Sungai Liang Industrial Park Belait District.
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Driving Agrifood System TrnasformationThe Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism, in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, FAO, will be organising the Asia-Pacific Food Forum, APFF, in conjunction with the 38th Session of the FAO Regional Conference for Asia and the Pacific, APRC. The Forum, which marks a significant milestone as the first of its kind to be hosted in Brunei Darussalam, is scheduled to take place on 22nd April.
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Islamic Arts Education Workshop Builds Self IdentityThe Islamic Arts Education Workshop organised by the Islamic Arts and Culture Executive, Student Representative Council, Student Association of the Seri Begawan Religious Teachers University College, KUPU SB came to a close on 20th April morning with a closing ceremony and certificate presentation.
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Customs OffenceA male Brunei Darussalam permanent resident was produced at the Bandar Seri Begawan Magistrates Court for an offence under the Excise Order 2006.
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Water Tanks Cleaning WorksCleaning works on the A1 water tank at Jalan Parak, Panaga National Housing Scheme; and the cleaning of the Telisai water tank will be carried out on 22st April.
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19/04/2026 |
PEMODA 30th Anniversary Celebration13 members of the Darussalam Motorcycle Association, PEMODA, received the 30 Years PEMODA Special Award in conjunction with the association's anniversary. The PEMODA 30th Anniversary Celebration was held at Dewan An Naura, Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Complex, 19th April afternoon.
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