Indian High Commissioner to Brunei, Ramu Abbagani, met with Brunei’s Minister of Culture, Youth, and Sports, Dato Seri Setia Haji Nazmi Mohamad, to strengthen bilateral cooperation. The meeting aimed to enhance collaborative efforts between the two nations. Additionally, Abbagani and his wife attended a Hari Raya tea hosted by the Deputy Minister at the Brunei Prime Minister’s Office on March 27.
Ramu Abbagani also engaged in discussions with Hajah May Fa’ezah binti Haji Ahmad Ariffin, the Permanent Secretary of Economy, Trade, and Industry at Brunei’s Ministry of Finance and Economy, to bolster economic and trade cooperation. The Indian High Commission in Brunei highlighted the importance of enhancing bilateral economic ties through such interactions.
Furthermore, the High Commissioner met with Pg Hj Mohd Hasnan Pg Hj Ali Hassan, the Permanent Secretary of Culture, to explore avenues for strengthening cultural cooperation. Both parties expressed eagerness to deepen cultural ties and collaborate on initiatives that celebrate shared values and traditions.
The diplomatic relations between India and Brunei, established in 1984, are underpinned by strong traditional and cultural connections. The two countries share membership in international organizations like the United Nations, Non-Aligned Movement, Commonwealth, and ASEAN. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Brunei in September 2024, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of diplomatic ties, further solidified the strong relationship between the two nations.
