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, reaffirmed Brunei’s dedication to global peace and development as His Majesty attended a reception celebrating the 40th anniversary of Brunei Darussalam’s membership in the United Nations (UN) on Tuesday.
The event, held at the UN Headquarters in New York, United States, highlighted Brunei’s 1984 ascension as the 159th member of the UN, a milestone marking the nation’s entry into international diplomacy and cooperation.
In a titah, His Majesty reflected on the momentous occasion when Brunei joined both the UN and ASEAN in 1984. His Majesty emphasised the nation’s pride in its contributions to global progress through initiatives such as peacekeeping missions, poverty alleviation, and advocacy for inclusive education.
His Majesty underscored that Brunei has greatly benefited from UN collaborations in areas such as sustainable development, education, and public health, noting that these partnerships have not only advanced the nation but also fostered global development.
Addressing the current global challenges, His Majesty highlighted the immense obstacles facing the world today but reaffirmed Brunei’s unwavering commitment to working closely with UN member states to ensure a better future for all.
The reception was attended by heads of state and government representatives, foreign dignitaries, and officials from international organisations.
Brunei Darussalam’s membership in the UN has provided the country with the opportunity to play an important role in the international arena, contributing to global peace, security, prosperity, and stability.
His Majesty was welcomed at the reception by several senior Brunei officials, including Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office and Minister of Finance and Economy II Dato Seri Setia Dr Awang Haji Mohd Amin Liew bin Abdullah, Minister of Foreign Affairs II Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Erywan bin Pehin Datu Pekerma Jaya Haji Mohd Yusof, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Brunei Darussalam to the United States of America Dato Paduka Haji Serbini bin Haji Ali and Acting Permanent Representative of Brunei
Darussalam to the United Nations in New York, the United States of America Dayang Izzat Hayati binti Haji Zakaria.
