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06.03.25 National budget promotes economic growth, prosperity
The 21st Legislative Council session entered its fifth day with discussions centred around the National Budget for the 2025/2026 financial year, presented by the Minister at the Prime Minister's...
06.03.25 Key concerns on national policies addressed in latest LegCo session
Minister of Home Affairs Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Ahmaddin bin Haji Abdul Rahman in his speech at the fifth day of the 21stLegislative Council (LegCo) session yesterday responded...
06.03.25 Strict regulations on forest harvesting in the spotlight
The Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism (MPRT) continues to implement strategic measures to preserve and regulate the country's biodiversity, with the enforcement of the Forest Act, Chapter...
06.03.25 Minister urges business innovation, efficiency
Minister at the Prime Minister's Office and Minister of Finance and Economy II Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Dr Awang Haji Mohd Amin Liew bin Abdullah advised businesses and entrepreneurs must...
06.03.25 Brunei introduces Long-Term Pass to boost investment and skilled workforce
Brunei Darussalam has introduced a Long-Term Pass (LTP) policy to attract foreign investment and skilled professionals, ensuring a more business-friendly environment. Minister of Home Affairs Yang...
06.03.25 Personal Data Protection Order introduced, public transport services enhanced
Brunei Darussalam has taken a significant step towards strengthening data privacy with the approval of the Personal Data Protection Order 2025, as announced by Minister of Transport and...
06.03.25 Minister of Development outlines major infrastructure initiatives
Minister of Development Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Mohammad Juanda bin Haji Abdul Rashid reaffirmed the ministry's commitment to national development by supporting the BND6.35...
05.03.25 Brunei has strategic position to attract investment
Brunei Darussalam has a strategic position in the heart of Southeast Asia and its advantages should be exploited to attract investment and develop the trade sector. Legislative Council member Yang...
05.03.25 LegCo raises sports infrastructure, tourism
The need to build sport infrastructure and organise annual sport tourism events were raised during the 21st Legislative Council (LegCo) session yesterday. LegCo member Yang Berhormat Mohammad bin...
05.03.25 MCYS outlines plans for upgrading sports facilities
The development of sports infrastructure is important in ensuring the country continues to progress and remain competitive in the regional and international sports arena, said Minister of Culture,...
05.03.25 Job market challenges for graduates highlighted at LegCo
Legislative Council (LegCo) member Yang Berhormat Pehin Orang Kaya Indera Pahlawan Dato Seri Setia Haji Awang Suyoi bin Haji Osman made recommendations during his deliberations on the Supply Bill...
05.03.25 LegCo member calls for post-training job support
Legislative Council (LegCo) member Yang Berhormat Pengiran Haji Isa bin Pengiran Haji Aliuddin suggested the government to introduce post-training support mechanisms including incentives for...
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...






























