Agencies Bandar Seri Begawan, Sept. 3 As part of his historic visit to Brunei, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stopped by the Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque in Bandar Seri Begawan on Tuesday. The 40th anniversary of diplomatic ties between India and Brunei coincides with the first ever bilateral visit of an Indian prime minister to the country in Southeast Asia. Prime Minister Modi was greeted with a formal greeting upon his arrival, during which he conveyed his eagerness to fortify bilateral relations, specifically in the areas of commerce and culture. He wrote on X, the platform that was formerly known as Twitter, I landed in Brunei Darussalam. Anticipating robust relations between our countries, particularly in enhancing economic and cultural exchanges. For meeting me at the airport, I am grateful to Crown Prince His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al Muhtadee Billah. During the visit, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the new Chancery of the High Commission of India in Bandar Seri Begawan. The chancery, designed with a blend of traditional Indian motifs and modern architecture, reflects India s cultural heritage. The complex features lush Contd. on page 2
