Saudi Arabian Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Emad bin Abdul Aziz bin Saad Al Muhanna
On this occasion, I am pleased to extend to His 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, on behalf of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and King of Saudi Arabia, His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, and my behalf, our sincerest congratulations and best wishes to His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam’s 77th birthday celebration.
Saudi Arabia and Brunei have enjoyed warm and long-standing diplomatic relations, including cooperation in the fields’ religious affairs, haj and umrah, economy and energy.
Moreover, with the exchange of state visits of the two leaders, His Majesty King Salman on March 2017 and His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam’s recent visit with members of the royal family during Ramadhan 1444 Hijrah.
I am grateful to Allah the Almighty for the successful journey of the Bruneian haj pilgrims to the holy city of Makkah. It is a great privilege and honour to visit the Kaabah once in a lifetime, whereby it is in the Heart of the Holy City of Makkah Al-Mukarramah in Saudi Arabia.
I would like to extend my gratitude to the government of His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam and brotherly people of Brunei for supporting the many regional, international memberships and post for the kingdom’s nominees. In addition, thank you to the government of His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam’s assistance in the fulfillment of our diplomatic duties and responsibilities of the Saudi diplomatic mission here in our second home.
With the prudent leadership of His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam and His Majesty King Salman, our mutual hard work to develop and enhance its mutual understanding, respect, and bonds of unity with the close diplomatic ties, emerging more progress not only in Islamic culture and religious affairs but also in economic and political areas, tourism, defence, and education.
In the celebration of His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam’s 77th birthday, I pray to Allah the Almighty grace and protection for our two nations and people in the betterment of our success, growth, and stability under the prudent leadership of His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam.
Iranian Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Homeira Rigi Zirouki
On behalf of the government and people of Iran and myself, I would like to express my warmest congratulations and best wishes to His 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, my warmest congratulations and best wishes on the occasion of His Majesty’s 77th birthday.
Under the wise leadership of His Majesty, Brunei has made remarkable progress in its social development and has become one of the most peaceful countries. In the international arena, Brunei holds a unique position as a peaceful country and contributes to strengthening peace and security.
Iran and Brunei, as two Islamic countries, have always benefitted from good relations in bilateral and multilateral cooperation.
This year we expect to see the expansion of bilateral ties in the fields of tourism and economic cooperation between Iran and Brunei.
I am confident that the cooperation between Iran and Brunei will continue to expand and deepen bringing the people of our countries closer together.
The Iranian Embassy in Brunei Darussalam is committed to promoting relations between the two countries in various fields.
Once again, I would like to express my wishes and congratulations to His Majesty, the royal family and people of Brunei on His Majesty’s 77th birthday anniversary. May Allah the Almighty bless His Majesty with continued good health, long life and dignity and the royal family and the people of Brunei with continued progress, prosperity and blessings.
Omani Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Erma Said Mohamed Al Kathiry
It is with great pleasure and immense honour that I extend the warmest congratulations and best wishes to His 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, members of the royal family, the government, and the people of Brunei, on the commemoration of His Majesty’s 77th birthday on behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Sultan of Oman and the people of Oman.
May Allah the Almighty bestow upon His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam good health, happiness, prosperity, success, and may the people of Brunei relish persistent progress and stability.
Under the wise and benevolent guidance of His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, Brunei has flourished into one of the most prosperous and harmonious countries, consistently forging ahead in the realms of economy and social development. The remarkable standing of Brunei over years on the Human Development Index, as well as other significant developmental indexes, underscores the country’s outstanding accomplishments in fostering human progress and development across various spheres.
Brunei has also gained a distinct reputation internationally as a peace-loving nation steadfastly committed to the path of progress. We, therefore hold firm belief that under the leadership of His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, Brunei will continue to prosper and attain even greater heights of accomplishment in all domains.
In a related context, as we commemorate the 39th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between Oman and the Brunei, we are pleased to witness the momentum and diversity that characterises the bilateral relations between our two Sultanates. In the years to come, we are confident that our bilateral relations will yield fruitful results, and the bond of friendship between our peoples will grow stronger.
May His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam be blessed with perfect health and unceasing happiness.
Simultaneously, we raise our hands in supplication to Allah the Almighty, seeking divine blessings to grace the tranquil Abode of Peace and its inhabitants. May the abundant blessings of Allah the Almighty encompass Brunei, ensuring its continuous development and prosperity, as it embarks on a journey towards a brilliant and promising future.
Japanese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Maeda Toru
On behalf of the government and people of Japan, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to His 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 on the occasion of His Majesty’s 77th birthday.
Cordial ties between the imperial family of Japan and the royal family of Brunei have been developed across generations. In October 2019, we had the honour of His Majesty’s visit to Japan to attend the enthronement ceremony of His Majesty the Emperor.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Japan-ASEAN Friendship and Cooperation, and we will celebrate 40 years of Japan-Brunei diplomatic relations next year. With these historic milestones, we very much look forward to expanding and deepening our relations at all levels in various fields.
This year the governments of Japan and Brunei have had two important high-level policy dialogues; one on foreign policy and another on defence policy. In addition, dialogues have been continuing between the Ministry of Economy and Industry of Japan and Department of Energy at the Prime Minister’s Office of Brunei to make a roadmap for pragmatic energy transition in Brunei towards carbon neutrality. The volume of people to people exchanges between the two countries are gradually coming back to the level before COVID-19 with many exchange programmes having been resumed early this year.
Furthermore, in December this year, Japan will host a commemorative summit to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Japan-ASEAN friendship and cooperation. Prime Minister Kishida of Japan very much looks forward to welcoming His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam in Japan on this occasion.
Finally, once again, I offer my best wishes to His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, and to the people of Brunei, for continued good health, happiness and peace.
Ambassador-designate of China to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo
On the occasion of the 77th birthday of His 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, I extend my warmest congratulations and best wishes to His Majesty.
Under the wise leadership of His Majesty, as the Abode of Peace, Brunei enjoys political stability, social harmony and security, people’s safety and happiness as well as the thriving development, the Brunei people are making steady progress towards Brunei Vision 2035. The shining pearl of Borneo will surely shine even brighter in the future.
China and Brunei are each other’s close neighbours across the sea, trustworthy friends and partners of common development. The two countries have set an example of harmonious coexistence, mutually beneficial and win-win interactions between countries of different sizes.
This year marks the fifth anniversary of China-Brunei Strategic Cooperative Partnership.
China is willing to work with Brunei to fully implement the important consensuses by the two heads of state, deepen the friendly exchanges and practical cooperation in various fields, strengthen the communication and coordination on regional and global issues, so as to let the China-Brunei relationship on the new starting point to bring more benefits to the two countries and two people, and contribute more positive strength to the regional peace, stability, development and prosperity. The Chinese Embassy in Brunei Darussalam will continue to make unremitting efforts in this regard.
May His Majesty enjoy good health and every success, Brunei enjoy greater prosperity and Bruneians happiness and well-being.
