OUTCOME OF THE WORKING VISIT OF THE MINISTER OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS TO BRUNEI DARUSSALAM 11-12 AUGUST 2024
OUTCOME OF THE WORKING VISIT OF THE MINISTER OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS TO BRUNEI DARUSSALAM 11-12 AUGUST 2024
Minister of Foreign Affairs Dato’ Seri Utama Haji Mohamad bin Haji Hasan concluded his working visit to Brunei Darussalam on 11 and 12 August 2024 in conjunction with the 25th Meeting of the Implementation of the Exchange of Letters between Malaysia and Brunei Darussalam (EOL-25). The EOL is a document signed by leaders from both countries in 2009, outlining priority areas in bilateral relations.
During the visit, the Foreign Minister had a Royal Audience with His Majesty Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan Negara Brunei Darussalam Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah Ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien. Their discussion encompassed matters of shared interest within the context of bilateral, regional and international relations. In line with the shared commitment to further strengthen the special and close relationship between the two countries, Malaysia and Brunei Darussalam reiterated their commitment to continue exploring new areas of cooperation that can benefit the people of both countries.
The Foreign Minister also co-chaired the EOL-25 Meeting with his counterpart, Minister of Foreign Affairs II of Brunei Darussalam Dato Seri Setia Haji Erywan bin Pehin Datu Pekerma Jaya Haji Mohd Yusof. Both sides reviewed the progress made throughout the implementation of the Exchange of Letters and explored potential partnerships to further elevate bilateral ties.
Regarding regional and international issues, Malaysia and Brunei Darussalam agreed that ASEAN Unity is paramount in ensuring peace and prosperity in the region. Brunei Darussalam also reaffirmed its support for Malaysia’s efforts to achieve the ASEAN Community Vision during Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship next year.
The Foreign Minister and the Minister of Foreign Affairs II of Brunei Darussalam were also the Guests of Honour during the commemorative dinner in celebration of the 40th anniversary of diplomatic ties. The dinner was attended by Bruneian dignitaries, senior government officials of Brunei Darussalam and foreign Heads of Mission.
PUTRAJAYA
12 August 2024