The participation of 3 national female athletes in the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, demonstrated the country's commitment to advancing women's involvement and leadership in sports. His Royal Highness Prince Haji Sufri Bolkiah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, President of the Brunei Darussalam National Olympic Council made the sabda during the National Flag Handover Ceremony to the country's contingent participating in the games. It took place this afternoon at Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium, Berakas. His Royal Highness also reminded athletes and officials to avoid prohibited substances and to comply with the Anti-Doping act and regulations.

The sabda of His Royal Highness was read by Awang Haji Mohd Zamri bin Dato Paduka Haji Hamdani, Vice President of the Brunei Darussalam National Olympic Council. The participation of female athletes is in line with the Women in Sports Strategic Plan for the Brunei Darussalam National Olympic Council. The national flag was handed over by Pengiran Haji Mohd Hasnan bin Pengiran Haji Ali Hassan, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports to Awang Haji Mohammad Rosfazilah bin Haji Yusly as the contingent's Chef de Mission. The national contingent, comprising 7 athletes and 6 officers will participate in 3 sporting events namely fencing, karate and weightlifting. The Games will take place from 7th to 21st of November.