The Judiciary plays a vital role in supporting the Wawasan Brunei 2035 in diversification the nation's economy in attracting foreign investment. An efficient, effective and competent Judiciary that resolves commercial disputes promptly fosters confidence among investors and businesses. Speaking during the Opening of the Legal Year 2026, The Chief Justice also called into consideration an initiative that favours restorative measures over punitive responses in juvenile criminal offences, such as warnings, cautions and Youth Justice Conferences before prosecution is pursued. According to The Honourable Dato Seri Paduka Steven Chong, certain past offences committed by young persons, after a period of good behaviour, do not result in a lifelong criminal record, and supports rehabilitation by enabling the young person to move forward without lasting stigma. The ceremony took place at the Supreme Court in Bandar Seri Begawan, 22nd January morning.

Yang Berhormat Datin Seri Paduka Dayang Hajah Nor Hashimah binti Haji Mohammed Taib, the Attorney General, in her address reaffirmed the Attorney General's Chambers' commitment to discharging its responsibilities with fairness, competence and a steadfast regard for public trust. Also present were Yang Berhormat Pehin Datu Lailaraja Retired Major General Dato Paduka Seri Awang Haji Halbi bin Haji Mohd. Yussof, Minister at the Prime Minister's Office and Second Minister of Defence; Yang Berhormat Pehin Orang Kaya Paduka Seri Utama Dato Paduka Seri Setia Ustaz Awang Haji Salim bin Haji Besar, Chief Syarie Judge; and Dato Seri Paduka Haji Sufian bin Haji Sabtu, Deputy Minister at the Prime Minister's Office for Security and Law.