Latest news in Brunei? September 20th, 2026
20-09-2026
Recent news and updates in Brunei around September 20th, 2026, include the following key developments:
Bilateral Talks with Bangladesh: Bangladesh and Brunei recently held discussions focusing on expanding trade, investment, and manpower recruitment, including proposals to establish a Bangladesh-Brunei Chamber of Commerce and greater market access for agricultural and pharmaceutical products.
Air Quality and Haze: Air quality across Brunei remains at mostly moderate levels nationwide following shifts in weather conditions and light haze.
IAEA Country Programme Framework: Brunei Darussalam recently signed its second Country Programme Framework (CPF) with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for 2025-2031, prioritizing nuclear radiation safety, food security, agriculture, and health.
Sports: Kuala Lumpur’s football team is preparing to face Brunei in an upcoming FA Cup fixture amid an injury-plagued squad.
Tourism and Culture: Fourteen individuals recently completed and received certificates for Brunei’s Basic Tour Guide Course, organized by the Ministry of Economy, following the recent conclusion of exhibitions highlighting Islamic heritage and the Prophet’s relics at the Balai Khazanah Islam Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah.