Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam (BIBD) is warning the public to be cautious of fraudulent websites, as recent reports indicate fake websites masquerading as official government platforms have been stealing personal information from unsuspecting individuals. These websites appear legitimate and mimic the design of genuine government sites, making it difficult to spot the scam. Meanwhile, Brunei is taking strong measures against cybercrime, as seen in the recent arrest of 12 individuals suspected of renting bank accounts and SIM cards for fraudulent activities. Additionally, the country’s Cyber Security Brunei (CSB) has successfully suspended over 1,000 phishing websites, showcasing their commitment to tackling cybersecurity threats.
After being banned from FIFA and UEFA tournaments due to their special military operation in Ukraine, the Russian national football team has been playing a series of friendly matches against other countries. One of these matches will be against Brunei on November 15 in the southern city of Krasnodar, with FIFA officially registering the game. The team's upcoming match against Syria on November 19 has also been confirmed, with the Syrian Football Association signing a contract for the friendly game to be played in Volgograd. This will be the first time Russia and Brunei face each other on the football field.
The Indian U-17 men's football team made history as they matched their biggest competitive win with a 13-0 thrashing of Brunei in the AFC U17 Asian Cup Qualifiers opener. Head coach Ishfaq Ahmed expressed his pride in the team's dominant win and was particularly happy with the contribution of 11 different goalscorers. Hat-trick hero Vishal Yadav, who now has six goals for India U-17, credited his confidence in front of goal for his impressive performance. The team now looks to continue their winning streak and qualify for the Asian Cup.
The Minister of Home Affairs of Brunei and the Chinese Ambassador to Brunei recently celebrated the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. During the event, the Ambassador highlighted the successful synchronisation of the Belt and Road Initiative with Brunei Vision 2035, which has led to a 27.6% year-on-year increase in bilateral trade between the two countries. He also mentioned various projects and initiatives in progress, including the expansion of the Muara Port Container Terminal and the signing of a protocol on Brunei's aquatic products to China. The Ambassador also emphasized the strong cooperation between China and ASEAN, highlighting the 21st China-ASEAN Expo as an example.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a 2-day visit to Brunei's capital of Bandar Seri Begawan, where he met with Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding on space cooperation. With an area of only 5,765 square kilometres, Brunei is the 4th smallest country in the world. This visit marks an important step in strengthening relations between India and the South-East Asian nation.
As part of his tour in Southeast Asia, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to meet the Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah, to discuss cooperation in various areas such as defence, trade, and technology. This will be their third meeting, with their first two having taken place in 2014 and 2017. The visit, which coincides with the 40th anniversary of diplomatic ties between India and Brunei, is expected to further strengthen the historical relationship between the two countries.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has landed in Brunei for his first-ever bilateral visit to the country. He was warmly welcomed by Crown Prince His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, marking a significant moment for the 40 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations. From Brunei, PM Modi will continue his two-nation tour with a visit to Singapore where he will meet with leaders of the country's business community, further strengthening India's relationship with both countries.
Prime Minister Modi arrived in Brunei as part of his two-nation trip, making him the first Indian PM to travel to the country on a bilateral visit. During his three-day visit, Modi held talks with the top leadership and inaugurated the new chancery premises of the Indian High Commission in Brunei. He also interacted with the Indian diaspora and appreciated their contributions to the growth and development of Brunei. This visit is significant as it marks 40 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries and focuses on strengthening the historical ties and deepening the strategic partnership.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the first to visit Brunei on a bilateral trip, as part of his two-nation tour which includes Singapore. He aims to strengthen India's historical ties with Brunei and deepen the strategic partnership with Singapore. During his visit, Modi will also meet with Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, who has been ruling Brunei for over 50 years and is known for his extravagant lifestyle and the world's largest private car collection.