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His Majesty will hold a State Visit to Hungary on 18th November 2025His 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 is scheduled to hold a State Visit to Hungary on 18th November 2025 at the invitation of His Excellency Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary. While in Budapest, His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam is expected to hold separate meetings with His Excellency Dr. Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary; and His Excellency Viktor Orbán, Prime Minister of Hungary, to strengthen bilateral relations and further enhance cooperation in areas of mutual benefit to both countries. The State Visit marks His Majesty's inaugural visit to Hungary.
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World Diabetes Day CelebrationIn Brunei Darussalam, the number of diabetes cases are increasing. Meanwhile, complications related to diabetes such as kidney disease and stroke are also on the rise. The Minister of Health shared the matter in a message in conjunction with the World Diabetes Day 2025 celebration. The increase, according to Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Doctor Awang Haji Mohd Isham bin Haji Jaafar, are a threat to public health that cannot be taken lightly.
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Southeast Asia Writers' Award 2024The 'Majlis Mengagai' or Ceremony to Select Candidates for the Southeast Asia Writers' Award 2024 was held virtually.
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'Responsibility as a Road User'Carelessness, driving over the speed limit, and using mobile phones while driving are among the main causes of road accidents. According to a report by the Department of Criminal Investigation and Traffic Control, Royal Brunei Police Force, 18 deaths and 325 injuries were recorded until September this year. This was highlighted in the Friday Sermon titled 'Responsibility as a Road User.'
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'Pejuang Fajr' ProgrammeThe Youth Da'ie Volunteer Body with the support of the Youth Religious Programme Secretariat, Islamic Da'wah Centre extended the 17th 'Pejuang Fajar' Programme at the Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha Mosque in Kampung Rimba, 14th early morning.
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Active Weather Conditions expected until 18 NovemberBrunei Darussalam is currently in the Inter-monsoon phase, which typically persist until end of November 2025. Active weather conditions are expected to continue until Tuesday, 18th November 2025.
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One Young World Summit empowers Young Leaders around the WorldThe One Young World Summit that was held recently in Munich, Federal Republic of Germany aimed to empower young leaders from around the world to develop practical and sustainable solutions to address global and community-level issues. Representing Brunei Darussalam to the event was a Brunei medical student at the University of Glasgow and President of the Brunei Medical Students' Association (BMSA). Awangku Mohammad Nukman Syawqi bin Pengiran Mohammad Salimin, recipient of the Embassy of Change scholarship from One Young World, reflects on his experience attending the summit, and how it relates to his personal contributions and the country's ongoing efforts in achieving a knowledgeable, healthy, and dynamic nation in line with Wawasan Negara 2035.
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RB awarded 2026 APEX Four Star Major Airline & 2026 APEX Best in Seat Comfort Award for East AsiaRoyal Brunei Airlines, RB is committed to delivering an exceptional and comfortable journey for every guest, reflecting ongoing investments in cabin design, product refinement, and service consistency across its network.
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Brunei Darussalam's Business Sentiment Index (BSI) for September 2025Brunei Darussalam Central Bank (BDCB) has published Brunei Darussalam's Business Sentiment Index (BSI) for September 2025. The index is based on surveys conducted on about 500 micro, small, medium, and large businesses from 11 economic sectors across all districts in Brunei Darussalam. The main headline index indicated a slightly pessimistic business conditions compared to the previous month. However, most businesses that were surveyed reported similar conditions, suggesting a degree of overall business stability. There were also factors contributing to optimism, supported by seasonal factors such as the end of school holidays and the start of the examination period, which were expected to boost domestic spending.
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Al-Qur'an Memorisation Tasmie' Test 2026The MABIMS Centre for Al-Qur'an Studies and Dissemination, Ministry of Religious Affairs will hold the first Al-Qur'an Memorisation Tasmie' Test for 2026 starting mid-January next year, and is open to citizens and permanent residents.
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