Canberra, Rabu, 15 Oktober 2025 – Mesyuarat ke-3 Navy-to-Navy Talks (NTNT) antara Tentera Laut Diraja Brunei (TLDB) dan Tentera Laut Diraja Australia (TLDA) telah berjaya diadakan di R1 Russell Offices, Markas Tentera Laut di Canberra, Australia. Mesyuarat tersebut telah dihoskan oleh Tentera Laut Diraja Australia.
Delegasi TLDB diketuai oleh Komander Sonny Iskandar bin Rasani, Pemerintah Armada TLDB, manakala delegasi TLDA diketuai oleh Kepten Cindy Jenkins, Pengarah Perhubungan Antarabangsa Tentera Laut, TLDA.
Mesyuarat tersebut memberi tumpuan kepada bidang kepentingan bersama serta meneroka peluang untuk memperkukuhkan lagi kerjasama dan kebolehoperasian antara kedua-dua tentera laut. Antara perkara utama yang dibincangkan termasuklah kerjasama Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV), perlaksanaan latihan bersama, serta peluang latihan yang dapat memberi manfaat kepada pembangunan anggota dan kesiapsiagaan operasi kedua-dua pihak.
Mesyuarat diakhiri dengan acara pertukaran cenderamata dan penandatanganan Terms of Reference (TOR) bagi NTNT TLDB–TLDA, yang menandakan satu pencapaian penting dalam memperkukuh hubungan erat dan kerjasama berterusan antara kedua-dua tentera laut. Di samping itu, delegasi TLDB juga berpeluang menyertai lawatan kebudayaan semasa lawatan mereka di Australia.
Melangkah kehadapan, mesyuarat ke-4 Navy-to-Navy Talks dijangka akan diadakan di Negara Brunei Darussalam pada November 2026. TLDB kekal komited dalam memperkukuh hubungan kerjasama dengan rakan serantau dan antarabangsa demi menjamin keselamatan dan kestabilan maritim bersama.
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THE 3RD NAVY-TO-NAVY TALKS BETWEEN THE ROYAL BRUNEI NAVY AND THE ROYAL AUSTRALIAN NAVY CONCLUDED
Canberra, Wednesday, 15 October 2025 – The 3rd Navy-to-Navy Talks (NTNT) between the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) and the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) were successfully convened at the R1 Russell Offices, Navy Headquarters in Canberra, Australia. The meeting was hosted by the RAN.
Commander Sonny Iskandar bin Rasani, RBN, Fleet Commander, led the Royal Brunei Navy delegation, while the Royal Australian Navy delegation was headed by Captain Cindy Jenkins, Director Navy International Engagement, RAN.
The talks centred on areas of mutual interest and explored avenues to further strengthen cooperation and interoperability between both navies. Key discussions included collaboration on Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) charter, joint exercises, and training opportunities that would benefit personnel development and operational readiness for both sides.
The meeting concluded with a ceremonial exchange of mementos and the signing of the RBN–RAN NTNT Terms of Reference (TOR), marking a significant milestone that reaffirms the enduring partnership and close naval ties between RBN and RAN. In addition, the RBN delegates also had the opportunity to participate in cultural visits during their stay in Australia, enhancing their experience and understanding of the host nation’s culture.
The 4th Navy-to-Navy Talks are tentatively scheduled to be held in Brunei Darussalam in November 2026. The Royal Brunei Navy remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering strong cooperation with regional and international partners in pursuit of mutual maritime security and stability.
