Latest news in Brunei? September 13th, 2026

Recent rainfall across Brunei has significantly improved nationwide air quality, easing recent haze conditions. The Department of Environment, Parks and Recreation (JASTRe) reported Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) readings within the “good” range across all four districts earlier in the morning, shifting into the “good to moderate” range by midday with Brunei-Muara and Temburong remaining good, while Belait and Tutong recorded moderate levels. Authorities continue to monitor conditions closely and advise the public against open burning. The Star+ 2In regional defence cooperation, the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) recently concluded participation in Exercise Super Garuda Shield 2026, contributing personnel to both the Staff Exercise (STAFFEX) and Cyber Exercise (CYBEREX) in Bandung, Indonesia, to strengthen multinational operational planning and cyber defense capabilities. JFHQOn domestic enforcement, the Immigration and National Registration Department (INRD) continues routine nationwide checks under “Operasi Kakas 2026,” detaining foreign nationals found violating immigration rules such as overstaying or working outside their designated passport occupations. Asia News Network