Jakarta, Tuesday, 4 February 2025 – The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) delegation was warmly welcomed by the Indonesian Navy (IDN) at Wisma Elang Laut, Jakarta, for the 9th iteration of the Naval Working Group (NWG) Meeting. This engagement underscores the longstanding defence relations between Brunei Darussalam and the Republic of Indonesia, reaffirming both navies' commitment to enhancing maritime cooperation and regional security.
The meeting commenced with opening remarks from both Co-Chairs, who underscored the significance of the NWG as a vital platform for continuous engagements, facilitating the exchange of insights and the planning of cooperative initiatives for the year ahead. The discussions focused on key areas of bilateral cooperation for 2025/26, including joint exercises, training programmes—encompassing education and professional courses—and updates on procedural documentation aimed at streamlining naval operations and coordination.
Both delegations reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening interoperability and enhancing mutual understanding through sustained engagements. The meeting served as an opportunity to review past collaborations, assess ongoing initiatives, and explore new avenues to further bolster cooperation in maritime security, operational readiness, and personnel development.
The session concluded with an exchange of plaques as a gesture of goodwill, followed by closing remarks from the Co-Chairs. During the closing session, the RBN expressed its appreciation to the Indonesian Navy for the warm hospitality and productive discussions, which continue to reinforce the enduring naval partnership between the two nations. The meeting culminated in a group photo, symbolising yet another milestone in the strong and cooperative relationship between the RBN and IDN.
