Bilateral relations between Brunei Darussalam and the Russian Federation are an important part of the Russian's regional policy. This was stated by His Excellency Mikhail Baranov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to the country at a Reception to mark the Russian National Day. The event took place in Gadong, 4th June night.

Representing the Government of His Majesty at the reception was Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Muhammad Juanda bin Haji Abdul Rashid, Minister of Development.