Bandar seri begawan: His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, has announced the implementation of the national digital identity project, Brunei-ID, under the Digital Economic Master Plan 2025, set to commence on 3rd January 2026.
According to Radio Television Brunei, His Majesty also declared the corporatisation of the Postal Services Department into PosBru Sendirian Berhad, effective from 1st January 2026, during his New Year 2026 titah broadcast nationwide. His Majesty highlighted the government's dedication to fostering economic progress and enhancing the well-being of citizens through policy reforms. The country's goal is to generate high-quality job opportunities and maintain its competitiveness on both regional and global platforms.
His Majesty opened the titah by expressing gratitude to Allah Subhanahu Wata'ala for enabling the nation to welcome the year 2026.