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03.03.25 BND480 million for development
The government of 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...
02.03.25 LegCo member calls for more new and interesting tourism activities
Legislative Council (LegCo) member Yang Berhormat Haji Sulaiman bin Haji Nasir called for the existing tourism sector to be driven through specific programmes of more interesting and new tourism...
02.03.25 LegCo pushes for AI integration to boost efficiency
Legislative Council (LegCo) member Yang Berhormat Abdul Aziz bin Haji Hamdan emphasised the need for further development of artificial intelligence (AI) in Brunei, particularly in enhancing the...
02.03.25 His Majesty’s titah serves as guideline to achieve Brunei Vision 2035
Legislative Council (LegCo) member Yang Berhormat Haji Mohamad Danial @ Tekpin bin Ya'akub highlighted that His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji...
02.03.25 Minister stressed need to diversify economy
The Sultanate has made significant progress on its gross domestic product with an average growth of 4.3 per cent per year from 2017 to 2023, driven by growth in the downstream oil and gas sector,...
28.02.25 LegCo member highlights AI’s role in national progress
Legislative Council (LegCo) member Yang Berhormat Chong Chin Yee, in her motion of thanks on the second day of the first meeting of the 21st LegCo session yesterday, welcomed His Majesty Sultan Haji...
28.02.25 LegCo member proposes structured forums to enhance dialogue
In response to 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...
28.02.25 Agricultural growth in the spotlight at LegCo second day
Legislative Council (LegCo) member Yang Berhormat Lau How Teck underscored the wisdom and concern reflected in His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan...
28.02.25 Free treatment for major illnesses for stateless citizens, says minister
Stateless permanent residents will now pay a reduced registration fee of BND1, down from BND3, while treatment consultations and services for stroke, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer will be...
28.02.25 LegCo member highlights economic diversification
Legislative Council (LegCo) member Yang Berhormat Pengiran Haji Isa bin Pengiran Haji Aliuddin, in his motion of thanks on the second day of the first meeting of the 21st Legislative Council...
28.02.25 Sessions enhance professionalism, governance, says Speaker of LegCo
Speaker of the Legislative Council Yang Berhormat Pehin Orang Kaya Seri Lela Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Abdul Rahman bin Dato Setia Haji Mohamed Taib lauded His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah...
28.02.25 LegCo members support policy updates
Legislative Council (LegCo) member Yang Berhormat Zainol bin Haji Mohamed, in his motion of thanks during the second day of the first meeting of the 21st LegCo session yesterday, expressed his...
28.02.25 LegCo members affirm commitment to Brunei Vision 2035, inclusive development
Legislative Council (LegCo) members expressed support for the recent policy updatesand governance reforms announced by His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum...
27.02.25 His Majesty’s call for bi-annual LegCo sessions, AI focus welcomed
Pehin Kapitan Lela Diraja Dato Paduka Goh King Chin expressed deep appreciation for His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien...
27.02.25 Inside the Legislative Council
The Legislative Council (LegCo) is a cornerstone of Brunei’s governance, playing a vital role in shaping national policies and ensuring the country’s laws align with its development goals. While...
26.02.25 Sultan officially opens 21st LegCo session
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, officially...
26.02.25 His Majesty announces healthcare policy updates, increased LegCo sessions
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, has announced...
26.02.25 A pillar of policy, law and national development
In the heart of Brunei’s governance structure lies the Majlis Mesyuarat Negara (MMN), commonly known as the Legislative Council or LegCo. Established under Article 23 of the 1959 Constitution of...
21.02.25 Religious gathering sets tone for 21st LegCo opening
A religious gathering was held at the surau of the Department of Councils of State yesterday, in preparation for the official opening of the 21st Legislative Council (LegCo) session on February 26....
14.02.25 MTIC, LegCo members meet at engagement session
The Ministry of Transport and Infocommunications (MTIC) held its annual engagement session with Legislative Council (LegCo) members at Amar Pahlawan Hall at the ministry’s building yesterday....
13.02.25 21st LegCo meeting to discuss national development, supply bill
The 21st Legislative Council (LegCo) meeting on February 26 will discuss matters relating to the national development agenda and the supply bill for the 2025/2026 financial year through three...
11.02.25 Programme enhances understanding of LegCo
The Secretariat of the Legislative Council (LegCo) yesterday held a programme bringing together public relations officers and representatives from ministries, departments and the media for an...
11.02.25 21st LegCo session begins on February 26
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 has consented...
05.02.25 Sultanate sees 92 per cent rise in international visitors
Brunei saw a 92 per cent increase in international visitors last year compared to 2023, reflecting the success of targeted initiatives, including cultural and nature-based tourism products,...
24.01.25 Royal audiences for Malaysian Parliamentary Speaker
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, yesterday...
24.01.25 LegCo Speaker welcomes Malaysian counterpart
Speaker of the Legislative Council (LegCo) Yang Berhormat Pehin Orang Kaya Seri Lela Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Abdul Rahman bin Dato Setia Haji Mohamed Taib yesterday received a courtesy call from...
18.01.25 LegCo holds meeting session with Parliament of Malaysia
A delegation from the Parliament of Malaysia led by Chiew Choon Man, Member of Parliament for Miri with Lee Chean Chung, Member of Parliament for Petaling Jaya as well as officials from the...
12.01.25 Muzakarah stresses importance of Legislative Council in shaping the nation
Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office and Minister of Defence II Pehin Datu Lailaraja Major General (Rtd) Dato Paduka Seri Awang Haji Halbi bin Haji Mohd Yussof reflected on the importance of the...
22.12.24 Muzakarah discusses healthcare challenges, solutions
The Ministry of Health (MoH) held a muzakarah session with Legislative Council (LegCo) members yesterday to discuss ideas, issues and suggestions aimed at improving healthcare services for the...
17.12.24 Dialogue fosters discussion on ministry’s goals
A dialogue session between the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports (MCYS) and Legislative Council (LegCo) members was held at the Youth Development Centre (PPB) yesterday. The dialogue session...






























