​The National Committee on Trafficking in Persons, NCTIP received representatives from the Office to Monitor And Combat Trafficking In Persons, J/TIP of the United States' Department of State who were in Brunei Darussalam on a two-day working visit on the invitation of the NCTIP. The visit provides the J/TIP delegation a first-hand opportunity to witness the commitment and dedication shown by the Government of His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam through the enforcement of laws and the implementation of policies in the fight against Trafficking in Persons or TIP.

Awang Zulhusam bin Haji Abdul Samad, the Acting Permanent Secretary for Security and Law, Prime Minister's Office, as Chairman of the NCTIP, welcomed the delegation led by Mr. Jonathon Turley, Deputy Director of J/TIP and Mr. Dan Muncaster, Desk Officer for Brunei Darussalam as well as Her Excellency Caryn McClelland, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to Brunei Darussalam. During the meeting, the J/TIP delegation recognised that NCTIP had made commendable efforts, especially in the prevention, protection and prosecution related to human trafficking, which reflects NCTIP's deep commitment to addressing the complex challenges of combating human trafficking effectively and comprehensively. Both parties also had the opportunity to explore alternative means and processes of victim identification further, and agreed to foster collaboration to address TIP effectively. Both parties also discussed future opportunities for collaboration including the exchange of best practices and training opportunities for law and enforcement agencies, judiciary and social workers.

The J/TIP delegation also had the opportunity to meet with several agencies, such as Attorney General's Chamber; Royal Brunei Police Force; the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Home Affairs, including the Department of Labour and Department of Immigration and National Registration. The visit aimed to gain insights on Brunei Darussalam's policies and mechanisms for addressing TIP particularly the National Standard Operating Procedure on TIP. The discussions also touched on Brunei Darussalam's efforts in prosecution, victim identification, standard operating procedures and recruitment processes of foreign workers. The visit concluded with a tour to a shelter dedicated to victims or potential victims of TIP, which underscores the commitment shown by Brunei Darussalam to provide support services to ensure the welfare of TIP victims.