September 3, 2024: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Brunei on Tuesday, on the first leg of his two-nation trip that will also include Singapore. He is the first Indian Prime Minister to travel to Brunei on a bilateral visit.

While embarking on the trip, Modi had expressed confidence in “advancing India’s historical ties with Brunei Darussalam and deepening its strategic partnership with Singapore”.

“Today, I am embarking on a first-ever bilateral visit to Brunei Darussalam. As we celebrate the 40 years of our diplomatic relations, I look forward to my meetings with His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah and other esteemed members of the Royal family to advance our historical relationship to new heights,” Modi said in his departure statement in New Delhi issued by the Ministry of External Affairs.