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31/07/2026

Meet the new BYD ATTO 2 — Brunei’s latest plug-in hybrid SUV.

Maju Motors Sdn Bhd has officially launched the BYD ATTO 2, a compact plug-in hybrid SUV designed to make electrified driving more accessible in Brunei.

Combining BYD’s Super Hybrid technology with modern styling and everyday practicality, the ATTO 2 offers:

⚡ Up to 1,000km combined driving range
⚡ 1.5-litre engine paired with an electric motor
⚡ 194 horsepower and 215Nm of torque
⚡ Intelligent hybrid system for efficient city driving and longer journeys

Inside, the ATTO 2 features an intelligent cockpit, premium interior finishes and smart features designed for everyday comfort and convenience.

The BYD ATTO 2 is now available at an introductory price of B$27,900 for the first 100 units, with financing options from as low as B$3XX per month.

Test drives and bookings are now open at the BYD Brunei | Build Your Dream Showroom in Telanai.

29/07/2026

Smiles all around as the people greeted His Majesty the Sultan and members of the Royal Family at Taman SOAS this morning.

These annual gatherings are held in each district every year in conjunction with His Majesty's birthday.

📸: Rudolf Portillo Photography | Videography

24/07/2026

The Bruneian contingent enter the stadium during the opening ceremony of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.

The athletes competing in this year's games:

🏊🏽‍♀️ Swimmers: Joel Ling, Hayley Wong and Sharmeen Mohammad Marvin.

🏃Track: Muhd Nazul Putera Faeiz Firdaous and Nur Syafiqah Abdullah Muhammad Mukhlis.

🏋️ Weightlifter: Mohammad Nashrul bin Haji Abu Bakar

Good luck to all our national athletes! 🇧🇳

📸: Joel Carrett/AAP

22/07/2026

The King and his people.

His Majesty greets hundreds of well-wishers who gathered at the community hall in Tutong this morning to celebrate the monarch's 80th birthday.

The event is the first in a series of annual get-togethers staged in each district in conjunction with the Sultan's birthday.

📸: Rudolf Portillo Photography | Videography

15/07/2026

Dirgahayu Kebawah Duli Tuan Patik 🇧🇳 🤲🏽

His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah celebrated his 80th birthday today, marked by the traditional parade at Taman SOAS.

Photos by Rudolf Portillo Photography | Videography

30/06/2026

Brunei has officially launched Nakhoda, a digital tourism platform designed to make it easier for travellers to plan and book experiences ahead of Visit Brunei Year 2027.

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Brunei has officially launched Nakhoda, a digital tourism platform designed to make it easier for travellers to plan and book experiences ahead of Visit Brunei Year 2027. The platform was unveiled on Monday by Coordinating Minister for Economic Policies and Minister of Econom...

20/06/2026

Say hello to Awang and Dayang, the official mascots of Visit Brunei Year 2027 🇧🇳

Brunei has officially begun its countdown to Visit Brunei Year 2027, launching a national tourism campaign designed to position the Sultanate as a premier destination for culture, nature, and authentic travel experiences.

The campaign was unveiled at a pre-launch ceremony at Jerudong Park Garden, where HRH Prince ‘Abdul Mateen, Minister of Foreign Affairs, launched the official logo, theme song, and mascots, accompanied by YAM Pengiran Anak Isteri Anisha Rosnah.

Visit Brunei Year 2027 is set to strengthen the sector’s role in economic diversification by creating opportunities for local businesses, tourism operators, and communities nationwide, as Brunei prepares for a landmark year alongside the Diamond Jubilee celebrations marking 60 years of His Majesty’s reign.

Tourism authorities are also developing a packed 2027 calendar with more than 50 events already lined up, including cultural festivals, sporting highlights, culinary showcases, and nature-based experiences across all four districts.

With its theme song “Abode of Peace” and a showcase of Brunei’s culture and landscapes, the campaign marks a renewed push to share Brunei’s story with the world and encourage Bruneians to rediscover their own backyard.

Brunei will next promote Visit Brunei Year 2027 at Travel Meet Asia 2026 in Jakarta, strengthening regional partnerships and positioning the country as a key destination in Southeast Asia.

05/06/2026

Brunei’s monarch announced a major cabinet reshuffle on Thursday, creating new key portfolios and appointing two of his younger sons to their first ministerial positions.

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Brunei’s monarch announced a major cabinet reshuffle on Thursday, creating new key portfolios and appointing two of his younger sons to their first ministerial positions. The shake-up, which marks the first major cabinet overhaul since 2022, sees the highest number of femal...

05/06/2026

Brunei’s ruler announced a major cabinet shake-up on Thursday, which saw the creation of three new coordinating ministers roles and the promotion of three women to the rank of deputy minister.

See the full list of appointments below:

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Brunei’s ruler, His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, announced a major cabinet shake-up on Thursday, which saw the creation of three new coordinating ministers roles and the promotion of three women to the rank of deputy minister. The monarch also announced the restruc...

04/06/2026

Brunei's monarch announced a major cabinet reshuffle on Thursday, creating new key portfolios and appointing two of his younger sons to their first ministerial positions.

The cabinet shake-up is the first since 2022, and also sees the highest number of female appointments thus far, including the education minister and three deputy ministers.

The sultan also announced the creation of three new ministerial roles to strengthen policy coordination across government.

Among other changes is the reorganisation of the Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism into the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.

All appointments are for four years, effective from June 4, 2026.

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