Latest news in Brunei? September 28th, 2026

Key developments and news from Brunei for September 28, 2026:

• Military Exercise Hikmat Bersatu VII/2026 Postponed: The Royal Brunei Armed Forces announced the postponement of the large-scale joint military exercise, Exercise Hikmat Bersatu VII/2026, citing deteriorating air quality and localized haze conditions across parts of the country.

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• Diplomatic Engagements at the 81st UN General Assembly: Brunei’s delegation in New York concluded high-level sessions at UNGA, where representatives reaffirmed Brunei’s position calling for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza, unhindered humanitarian access, and adherence to international law and sovereignty regarding wider regional tensions. Bilateral meetings were also held with counterparts from Russia, Türkiye, Iran, and the Commonwealth Secretariat.

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• Economic Outlook and IMF Article IV Assessment: Recent consultations highlighted Brunei’s projected 2.3% GDP growth for 2026, driven by higher energy market revenues alongside ongoing national efforts toward economic diversification away from hydrocarbon dependency.