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| 12/1/2024 1:21 PM |
TANAH JAMBU, Friday, 29 November 2024 – The Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) organised an Outstanding Awards Ceremony to recognise the academic achievements of its officers and personnel, including 15 children from the Royal Brunei Navy. The ceremony was held at the Defence Academy Auditorium in Tanah Jambu.
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| 12/1/2024 1:29 PM |
MUARA NAVAL BASE, Friday, 29 November 2024 – KDB DARULAMAN and KDB SYAFAAT have successfully completed the 18-day Round-Borneo deployment. The ships were received by Acting Commander of the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN), Captain Khairil bin Haji Abdul Rahman, RBN, during a homecoming ceremony. The deployed officers and crew disembarked the ships and performed sujud syukur to express gratitude to Allah SWT for their safe return. The ceremony continued with Doa Selamat and Doa Kesyukuran.
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| 11/28/2024 1:40 PM |
Muara Naval Base, Wednesday, 27 November 2024 - The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) hosted a series of educational visits from 26 to 27 November 2024, welcoming students and teachers from several local schools. Participating institutions included Sekolah Rendah Rimba III (Cluster 3), Sekolah Rendah Muda Hashim Tutong (Cluster 3), Sekolah Ugama Paduka Seri Begawan Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien, Kuala Belait, and Sekolah Menengah Sayyidina Hasan.
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| 11/28/2024 1:33 PM |
MUARA, Tuesday 26 November 2024 – The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) and the Royal Thai Navy (RTN) held the 2nd Navy-to-Navy Talks (NTNT) from 25 to 28 November 2024 in Brunei Darussalam. The meeting officially began on 26 November and was co-chaired by Captain Md Azrin bin Haji Mahmud, Chief of Staff of the Royal Brunei Navy, and Rear Admiral Chaksawat Saiwong, Director of the Office of Policy and Planning, Naval Operations Department, Royal Thai Navy.
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| 11/29/2024 10:47 PM |
MUARA, Tuesday, 26 November 2024 – Participants from the Advanced and Intermediate Base Defence Course of 2024 and other departments under Base Defence took part in an Obstacle Challenge. The guest of honour for the event was Lieutenant Commander Mohd Adib Faliq bin Mohamad, RBN, Officer Commanding Regimental Police.
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| 11/25/2024 2:05 PM |
HMS COLLINGWOOD, UNITED KINGDOM, Wednesday, 20 November 2024 - Lieutenant Commander Afifi Antin of the Royal Brunei Navy has successfully completed the International Principal Warfare Officer ‘A’ Course 2024 (IPWOA 24/01) at HMS Collingwood, one of the United Kingdom’s premier naval academies.
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| 11/24/2024 6:58 PM |
SOUTH MIRAH WHARF, SURABAYA, REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA, Friday, 23 November 2024 – The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) vessels KDB DARULAMAN and KDB SYAFAAT, alongside the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) vessels KRI FRANS KAISIEPO and KRI TOMBAK have concluded Exercise HELANG LAUT 21B/2024 sea phase with the closing ceremony held today at Majapahit Lounge, Second Fleet Command. The ceremony celebrated the successful completion of various maneouvers and training activities during the exercise.
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11/23/2024 |
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| 11/23/2024 8:38 AM |
MUARA, FRIDAY, 22 NOVEMBER 2024 – The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) Base Department celebrated the conversion to Islam of Ordinary Rate Mohd Shafiee bin Hamdan. Ordinary Rate Mohd Shafiee embraced Islam on 30th August 2024 at the Islamic Da'wah Centre, Brunei-Muara District. His formal conversion ceremony was held on 15th November 2024 at his parents’ residence in Kampong Pengkalan Dong, Tutong District.
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| 11/24/2024 6:27 PM |
SURABAYA, REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA – 21 November 2024 The Fleet Commander of the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN), Captain Sahibul Bahari bin Haji Zainal Abidin, RBN, recently conducted a two-day working visit to the Republic of Indonesia. This visit coincided with Exercise Helang Laut 21B/2024, involving the participation of KDB DARULAMAN and KDB SYAFAAT.
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| 11/21/2024 6:43 PM |
MUARA NAVAL BASE, Wednesday, 20 November 2024 - A group of thirty-five (35) students and six (6) teachers from Sekolah Menengah Perdana Wazir recently visited the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) for an educational tour aimed at broadening their knowledge of the Navy's operations and career opportunities.
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| 11/22/2024 9:57 PM |
Singapore, 20th November 2024 – The 12th Navy-to-Navy Talks (NTNT) between the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) and the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) were held at the Ministry of Defence ANNEX, Gombak, Republic of Singapore, and hosted by the RSN. Representing the RBN as Head of Delegation was Captain Mohammad Azrin bin Haji Mahmud, RBN, Chief of Staff, while the RSN delegation was led by Colonel Ooi Tjin Kai, Head of Naval Operations, RSN.
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| 11/20/2024 9:23 AM |
SURABAYA, REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA, MONDAY, 18 NOVEMBER 2024 – The opening ceremony of Exercise HELANG LAUT 21B/2024 was officiated today by Kapten (N) Rafael Dwinatu Anggono, Commander of Escort Squadron, Second Fleet of the Indonesian Navy (Tentara Nasional Indonesia-Angkatan Laut TNI-AL). The ceremony, held at the Auditorium of Pusat Latihan Kapal Perang Building, Komando Armada II, marked the beginning of the joint exercise between the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) and TNI-AL. In his opening address, Kapten (N) Rafael Dwinatu emphasized the importance of this exercise in enhancing military readiness and strengthening diplomatic ties between Brunei and Indonesia, contributing significantly to regional stability.
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| 11/22/2024 2:38 PM |
Singapore, Thursday, 14 November 2024 - Commander Pg Mohd Faren bin Pg Mohd Noor, RBN has successfully completed the renowned Senior Fellowship Program for Senior Leaders at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (SF6 LKYSPP), National University of Singapore. This distinguished five-week programme provided in-depth learning on leadership, public sector governance, international security, and digital transformation, equipping participants with advanced insights to contribute to Brunei’s defence and nation-building efforts. |
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| 11/12/2024 8:29 PM |
MUARA NAVAL BASE, TUESDAY, 12 NOVEMBER 2024 – KDB DARULAMAN and KDB SYAFAAT set sail for a 17-day deployment from Muara Naval Base to Dermaga Jamrud, Surabaya, Indonesia, for the upcoming bilateral EXERCISE HELANG LAUT 21B/2024 with the Indonesian Navy (Tentara Nasional Indonesia – Angkatan Laut / TNI-AL). The exercise is scheduled to take place from 17th to 23rd November 2024.
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| 11/8/2024 11:31 AM |
MUARA NAVAL BASE, Thursday 07 November 2024 – The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) hosted two significant Rank Insignia Presentation Ceremonies, celebrating the achievements of its personnel. The insignias were presented by Yang Mulia Captain Haji Mohamad Sarif Pudin bin Matserudin, RBN, Acting Commander of the Royal Brunei Navy.
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| 11/8/2024 11:24 AM |
MUARA NAVAL BASE, Wednesday, 6 November 2024 - The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) held a farewell ceremony to mark the retirement of Warrant Officer 1 (WO1) Rosleen bin Hj Tujoh, the Force Sergeant Major of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF). The ceremony took place at Aman Samudera Hall, Royal Brunei Navy Base.
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| 11/5/2024 12:20 PM |
Muara, Monday, 04 November 2024 – Base Defence hosted a Handing Over And Taking Over Ceremony Officer in Commanding (HOTO) between outgoing Officer Commanding Lieutenant Commander Mohamad Samsul Bin Awang Rosman, RBN and incoming Officer Commanding Lieutenant Commander Mohamad Amirul Azwan Bin Haji Dullah, RBN. Present to witness the ceremony was Commander Mohammad Nazrin Bin Haji Sabli, RBN, Commanding Officer of Base Royal Brunei Navy.
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| 11/4/2024 10:54 AM |
Bandar Seri Begawan, Friday, 1 November 2024 – This year marks the first decade of active service for KDB DARUTTAQWA in the Royal Brunei Navy Fleet. To commemorate her 10th anniversary, KDB DARUTTAQWA's officers and sailors organized a celebratory dinner at Higher Café, Higher Hotel, attended by former Commanding Officers, officers, and sailors who have served on the ship. KDB DARUTTAQWA is the fourth ship of the DARUSSALAM class and was commissioned on 8 September 2014 by His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah Ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah, the Crown Prince of Brunei Darussalam and General of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces.
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| 11/1/2024 8:03 PM |
Muara Camp, 31st October 2024 — The closing ceremony and certificate presentation for the Basic Cook and Steward Course, Session 2024, were held at the Mess for Warrant Officers, Chief Petty Officers, and Petty Officers, RBN.
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| 11/1/2024 8:13 PM |
MUARA, Thursday, 31 October 2024 - The Marine and Weapon Mechanic Intermediate M2 Course began on Friday, February 9, 2024, and the Basic General Mechanic M3 Course 147/2024 started on Friday, April 19, 2024. Both courses concluded on Thursday, October 31, 2024. A total of 42 participants successfully completed the courses, with 26 from the M2 course and 16 from the M3 course.
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| 10/31/2024 3:49 PM |
MUARA, Wednesday, 30 October 2024 — The Max Planck Foundation for International Peace and the Rule of Law is a German initiative that operates under the umbrella of the Max Planck Society, one of the most prestigious research organizations in Germany. The Max Planck Foundation, in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, co-hosted the workshop titled “Implementing Agreements Under the UNCLOS” and was privileged to visit the Royal Brunei Navy. Participants included representatives from ASEAN countries and Timor-Leste.
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| 10/30/2024 9:02 PM |
MUARA, Tuesday, 29 October 2024—The closing ceremony and certificate presentation for the Chief Radio Supervisor and Intermediate Marine Signaller courses 2024 were held at Nakhoda Ragam Hall, Naval Training Centre. Fourteen participants from the Chief Radio Supervisor course and ten participants from the Intermediate Marine Signaller course successfully completed their respective training programs.
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| 10/30/2024 9:10 PM |
MUARA, Tuesday, 29 October 2024 - Captain Haji Mohamad Sarif Pudin bin Matserudin, Acting Commander of Royal Brunei Navy, received a courtesy call from Commodore Javed Iqbal Khan Niazi, Defence Adviser of Pakistan accredited to Brunei Darussalam. |
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| 10/20/2024 1:16 PM |
PENANJONG GARISSON, Thursday, 17 October 2024 – The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) marked another milestone in the annual Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) Half Marathon Championship and 10km Race 2024 held at the Mini Stadium, Penanjong Garrison. Present as the Guest of Honour was Yang Mulia Major General Dato Paduka Seri Haji Muhammad Haszaimi bin Bol Hassan, the Commander of the RBAF. Also in attendance were Services Commanders, Acting Service Commander, Acting Joint Force Commander, Senior Officers, RBAF officers and personnel.
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| 10/19/2024 2:34 PM |
Muara Naval Base, Tuesday, 15 October 2024 - A total of 83 personnel from the Ministry of Religious Affairs, comprising 54 participants and 29 instructors, participated in the Prayer Workshop (Bengkel Kesempurnaan Sembahyang), which was held at KDB DARULAMAN on Tuesday, 15 October 2024.
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| 10/12/2024 5:05 PM |
Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar, 10 October 2024 – The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) Acting Commander, Captain Haji Mohamad Sarif Pudin bin Matserudin, represented Brunei Darussalam at the 18th ASEAN Navy Chiefs' Meeting (ANCM) hosted by the Myanmar Navy from 9-12 October 2024. The meeting, officiated by General Maung Maung Aye, Chief of the General Staff (Army, Navy, and Air), focused on strengthening regional maritime security and cooperation.
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| 10/21/2024 5:53 PM |
MUARA NAVAL BASE, Wednesday, 09 October 2024 - The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) held a motivational talk entitled "Identity as a Military Personnel" at the Dewan Nakhoda, Naval Training Center (PLTL) which was delivered by the guest speaker, Cikgu Haji Ali Yusri bin Hj Abd Ghafor. Those present at the event consisted of male RBN officers where Captain Sahibul Bahri bin Haji Zainal Abidin, Fleet Commander RBN was present as the Guest of Honour.
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| 10/22/2024 11:46 AM |
Tokyo, Japan—The Royal Brunei Navy was honoured to participate in the 12th Western Pacific Naval Symposium Short Term Exchange Program (WPNS STEP), held from 8 October 2024 to 17 October 2024 in Tokyo, Japan. This prestigious event brought together navies from 29 nations, focusing on promoting mutual understanding and cooperation on maritime security concerns.
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| 10/16/2024 9:09 AM |
Muara Naval Base, Monday, 7 October 2024 - The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) and Philippine Navy (PN) successfully concluded Maritime Training Activity SEAGULL 09/2024, held from 7th to 11th October 2024. This bilateral exercise aimed to enhance cooperation and interoperability between the two navies, reaffirming their shared commitment to regional security and stability.
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| 10/7/2024 8:12 AM |
Muara Commercial Port, Saturday, 5th October 2024 - a joint delegation from the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) team and the Royal Brunei Air Force (RBAirF) 1st Wing and 3rd Wing personnel, visited the USS Savannah at Muara Commercial Port yesterday. The visit involved an exchange of expertise on various naval and aerial operations as well as a guided tour of the USS Savannah, an Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), known for its agility and capability to operate in both near-shore and open-ocean environments.
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