I am delighted to announce I will meet with His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei when he visits Australia as a Guest of Government from 18 to 21 June.

Australia and Brunei Darussalam enjoy a close relationship based on our shared history, strong people-to-people links and mutual interest in taking action on climate change, strategic defence collaboration and food security in the region.

The Sultan’s visit provides an opportunity to elevate the bilateral relationship with Brunei and highlights Australia’s commitment to strengthening engagement with Southeast Asia, and working together with ASEAN throughout the region.

I look forward to welcoming His Majesty to Australia.

Quotes attributable to the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese:

"I am delighted to welcome His Majesty to Australia. Australia and Brunei share a commitment to a stable, peaceful and prosperous region."

"I am committed to forging stronger relationships with our neighbours in Southeast Asia and working together and through ASEAN to meet our shared challenges."

"I look forward to meeting with His Majesty in Canberra to reinforce our warm and longstanding relationship."