PWM Brunei joined more than 250 distinguished guests at the Malaysia National Day and Malaysia Day 2026 Reception hosted by the High Commission of Malaysia in Bandar Seri Begawan on 16 September 2026 at the Royal Berkshire Hall, Tarindak D’Polo Jerudong. The reception was attended by senior government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, business leaders, academics and representatives of the Malaysian community, with the Guest of Honour being Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office (Security and Law), Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Sufian bin Haji Sabtu. In his welcoming remarks, High Commissioner of Malaysia HE Datuk Mohd Aini Atan highlighted the longstanding friendship and close ties between Malaysia and Brunei Darussalam, supported by shared values and cooperation in areas including the economy, defence, tourism and education. The celebration also featured the national anthems, a symbolic cake-cutting ceremony, cultural dance performances, live music, Malaysian cuisine and a special 1-metre Batik Malaysia painting showcasing Malaysia’s rich cultural heritage. President Azlan Ahmad said the reception was a meaningful occasion for the Brunei community to come together, celebrate Malaysia’s national milestones and strengthen the spirit of friendship and unity between Malaysians and Brunei Darussalam.