Two Bruneians were conferred Japanese decorations in recognition of their contributions to strengthening bilateral relations and promotion of friendship between Japan and Brunei Darussalam. They are former ASEAN Secretary-General Dato Seri Paduka Lim Jock Hoi and former staff of the Japanese Embassy in Brunei Darussalam Yap Bee Hoon. Dato Seri Paduka Lim was conferred the
