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 consented to send congratulatory messages to His Majesty Emperor Naruhito, Emperor of Japan, and His Excellency Shigeru Ishiba, Prime Minister of Japan, as well as to the Government and people of Japan. These messages were sent on the occasion of Emperor Naruhito's 65th birthday anniversary.
According to Radio Television Brunei, the Sultan's messages reflect the warm and friendly relations between Brunei Darussalam and Japan. The Sultan extended his congratulations to Emperor Naruhito and expressed his best wishes for the Emperor's continued good health and happiness. He also conveyed his hopes for the prosperity of the Japanese people under the Emperor's reign.
Additionally, the Sultan addressed His Excellency Shigeru Ishiba, congratulating him and wishing for the ongoing development and success of Japan. The Sultan's messages highlight the diplomatic ties and mutual respect shared between the two nations.