Brunei News Gazette

Category: General

Advertising firm apologizes for tourism video blunder

The advertising firm contracted by the Department of Tourism (DOT) for the ‘Love the Philippines’ campaign has ‘profusely’ apologized to Secretary Christina Frasco, the entire agency, and the Filipino people ‘for the apparent use of non-original/stock…

Pope appoints new Prefect for Doctrine of Faith

Pope Francis has named his Argentine compatriot Archbishop Víctor Manuel Fernández as the new Prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith (DDF), the Vatican said on Saturday. Archbishop of La Plata Fernández will succeed Cardinal Luis Franc…

NEDA: Marcos admin’s policies to help PH return to high growth

The Philippine economy remains on track to returning to its high-growth trajectory, backed by several initiatives implemented by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s administration. “One year into the Marcos Presidency, the Philippine economy remains f…

PNP won’t allow maltreatment of persons under custody

The Philippine National Police (PNP) does not tolerate abuse or maltreatment of persons in its custody. This was emphasized by PNP public information office chief Brig. Gen. Redrico Maranan when asked to comment on allegations that 13 foreigners susta…

Distribution of Sacrificial Meat

Although 2nd July 2023 was the final day for the Muslim ummah in the country to perform the rites of sacrifice, however various parties continue to organise such ceremonies. The Ministry of Religious Affairs and the departments under it held a rites of…

Towards Smart Nation Development

Future-ready youths are truly needed by the country to drive development, especially in making a success of Wawasan Brunei 2035. They are also vital towards making Brunei Darussalam as a Smart Nation. In conjunction with the 77th Birthday Celebration o…

Active Weather Conditions expected until 4th July 2023

Brunei Darussalam is currently in the Southwest Monsoon period. The country’s weather conditions are forecast to be active until the 4th of July 2023 with occasional heavy and thundery showers affecting many areas.Wind speed may reach up to 45 kilometr…

Participation in Shell Eco Marathon

The Shell Eco Marathon serves as a platform for young innovators, engineers and scientists from around the world to showcase their ingenious designs and cutting-edge technologies, aimed at revolutionizing energy efficiency in the automotive industry. T…

Khatam Al-Qur’an Ceremony

The development of the country’s haj pilgrims in the Holy Land. The days of tasyrik are further enlivened with charitable activities.Khatam Al-Quran ceremony was held on the eve of 13th Zulhijjah at the country’s haj pilgrims’ tent in Mina. Earlier, th…

Resumption of Flights from People’s Republic of China

Brunei Darussalam expects an increase in tourist arrivals especially from the People’s Republic of China with the resumption of flights through Royal Brunei Airlines, RB to Beijing, 1st July late afternoon.The 110 tourists from the People’s Republic of…