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Sunat Hajat Prayer, Reading of Surah Yasin and Special Doa CeremonyThe Sunat Hajat Prayer, Reading of Surah Yasin, and Special Doa Ceremony for His Majesty's health and well-being was held at all mosques, surau and religious halls throughout the country with the focal at Jame' Asr Hassanil Bolkiah in Kampung Kiarong. His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister's Office graced the ceremony.
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Sovereign's Parade Ceremony of the 24th Intake of the Officer Cadet School, Defence Academy, RBAFHis Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister's Office in a sabda stressed that the Royal Brunei Armed Forces, RBAF, must always be sensitive to the changing geopolitical and military landscape of today, which is increasingly dynamic and challenging, apart from having a high level of education and knowledge. His Royal Highness made the sabda in conjunction with the Sovereign's Parade Ceremony of the 24th Intake of the Officer Cadet School, Defence Academy, RBAF. The ceremony took place at the Parade Square, Defence Academy, RBAF, Kampung Tanah Jambu, 15th January morning. His Royal Highness also awarded the Sword of Honour and other awards to the best Officer Cadets in each field. Accompanying His Royal Highness was His Royal Highness' brother, His Royal Highness 920 Lieutenant Colonel (Udara) Prince 'Abdul Mateen.
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'Junjung Ziarah' Ceremony with Newly Commissioned Cadet OfficersFrom the Parade Ground, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince proceeded to the Ceremonial Hall, Defence Academy RBAF for the Junjung Ziarah ceremony with the newly commissioned cadet officers as well as their families. Also present was His Royal Highness 920 Lieutenant Colonel (Udara) Prince 'Abdul Mateen.
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Sunat Hajat Prayer, Reading of Surah Yasin and Special Doa in the Other Three DistrictsThe Sunat Hajat Prayer, Reading of Surah Yasin and Special Doa for the health and well-being of His Majesty was also held simultaneously at main mosques in the other three districts.
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Isra' Mi'raj Celebration Full RehearsalBrunei Darussalam will celebrate the National Level Isra' Mi'raj Celebration 2026 on Saturday, 27 Rejab 1447 corresponding to 17th January 2026 at the Plenary Hall, International Convention Centre in Berakas at 9 in the morning. The celebration carries the theme 'Sembahyang Teras Modal Insan Cemerlang'. This year's celebration is jointly conducted by the Ministry of Religious Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Health and Progresif Sendirian Berhad. To ensure the smooth-running of the ceremony, a full rehearsal was held on 15th January morning.
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Brunei Darussalam Islamic Bank Market OutlookIslamic finance continues to play a central role in Brunei Darussalam's financial system. This provides the country with a unique comparative advantage to further position itself as a niche Islamic finance hub, particularly in Sukuk financing, Syariah-compliant capital market development, and Islamic Fintech innovation. This was stated by Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Dr. Awang Haji Abdul Manaf bin Haji Metussin, Minister of Primary Resources and Tourism in his opening remarks at the BIBD Market Outlook 2026 held at a hotel in Jerudong, 15th January afternoon.
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105th Police Day CelebrationThroughout its history of establishment for over a century, the Royal Brunei Police Force has recorded various noble progress and successes, especially in the aspect of human development. In line with Wawasan Brunei 2035, the leadership of the personnel continues to strengthen its development strategy by producing knowledgeable, highly skilled and competitive personnel, aligned with the times and current challenges. Speaking at the 105th Police Day Celebration Ceremony, Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Muhammad Juanda bin Haji Abdul Rashid, Minister of Development, said leadership in the national security institution is not just about managing current operations, but requires the ability to lead by example, integrity and wisdom. The ceremony was held at the Main Parade Ground, Gadong Police Training Centre.
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Annual Lifelong Learning Industry Engagement Day (ALLIED) ForumHuman capital remains one of the nation's most valuable assets and that continuous investment in skills development is essential for long-term economic resilience and competitiveness. The matter was stated by the Deputy Permanent Secretary for Higher Education, Ministry of Education during the Annual Lifelong Learning Industry Engagement Day (ALLIED) Forum. The forum took place at a hotel in Anggerek Desa.
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Entrepreneurship Programme, UNISSAThe Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University (UNISSA) Alumni Association in collaboration with the UNISSA Entrepreneurship Hub Office and the UNISSA Alumni Affairs Office organised the Alumnipreneurs Showcase 2025 programme. The programme is one of the platforms and vehicles to support and empower UNISSA alumni who are currently or intending to venture into the world of entrepreneurship. It took place at the university, 15th January morning.
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'Kembara Zakat 2026' ProgrammeThe Department of Zakat, Wakaf and Baitulmal Affairs, Ministry of Religious Affairs continued the 'Kembara Zakat 2026' Programme at the Official Residence of the Temburong District Officer, 15th January morning.
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