Hakim Hayat The Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF), formerly known as Askar Melayu Brunei or Brunei Malay Regiment was officially formed on May 31, 1961. On May 31, 1965, the Brunei Malay Regiment was bestowed with a royal title and was later known as Askar Melayu Diraja Brunei (Royal Brunei Malay Regiment). During the coronation