Bandar Seri Begawan, 23 Jun 2026 – As Brunei Darussalam continues to advance its economic diversification agenda, the Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB) today welcomed Members of the Legislative Council for a dialogue session and working visit focused on strengthening the long-term impact of foreign direct investment (FDI) projects on local employment, MSME participation and national…
Mutiara Hall, Mutiara Exchange, Tungku Link Highway, 05 June 2026 – The Proudly Brunei Business Awards (PBBA) 2026 ceremony was held under the theme “Grow Local, Go Global”, recognising outstanding Bruneian enterprises for their business achievements, resilience, innovation, and contribution to the country’s private sector development. Organised by the Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB),…
Bandar Seri Begawan, 26 February 2026 – The Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB) today launched the Brunei MSME Festival 2026 Ramadhan Edition at Setia Point, providing structured market access, sales opportunities and export linkages for Brunei’s micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Held from 26 February to 1 March 2026, the four-day Festival brings together more than 140 local…
Bandar Seri Begawan, 11 February 2026 – The Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB) today officially launched the Brunei Startup Summit 2026 , marking the start of a two-day platform supporting entrepreneurship startup growth, and regional collaboration, reinforcing Brunei Darussalam’s focus on building a resilient, innovation-driven economy. The Brunei Startup Summit brought together over 500…
Bandar Seri Begawan, 02 February 2026 – Brunei Darussalam reaffirmed its commitment to economic diversification and international trade integration during the recent hosting of the ASEAN–Korea Trade Facilitation Mission, held from 2 to 3 February 2026 in Bandar Seri Begawan. The mission created direct opportunities for Bruneian micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to engage with Korean…
Bandar Seri Begawan, 28 January 2026 – For many micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), limited manpower, rising operational costs, and increasing market competition continue to constrain growth and scalability. Addressing these challenges, Brunei Darussalam has officially commenced the national implementation of the AI for MSME Advancement in ASEAN (AIM ASEAN) programme — a regional…
Bandar Seri Begawan, 08 December 2025 – The Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB) organised the 2nd MSME Roundtable Series on Manpower and Workforce Challenges held today, 8 th December 2025 at J Hotel, providing a platform for convening government agencies, business councils, and local enterprises to collectively address key workforce challenges affecting MSME competitiveness. The MSME…
Bandar Seri Begawan, 20 November 2025 – The Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB) successfully hosted Enterprise Growth Connect (EGC) 2025 at the Indera Samudra Grand Hall, The Empire Brunei, on Thursday, 20 November 2025, under the theme “Powering Local Participation.” EGC, a flagship event powered by DARe LINKS and an initiative by BEDB, serves as a premier avenue for facilitating purposeful…
Brunei Darussalam, 19 November 2025. The Startup673 National Hackathon Cycle 3 has concluded with outstanding demonstrations of creativity, teamwork, and rapid problem solving. Held from 10 to 19 November 2025 across KHub, the Amphitheatre at Level 1, and UNN Signal, this cycle brought together forty six participants who formed eleven dynamic teams. Eight teams advanced to the final pitch round.…
Bandar Seri Begawan, 24 October 2025 - The Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB) continued its BEDB Engagement Series with the fourth session held on 21 and 22 October 2025 at the Main Auditorium, Design & Technology Building, Kg Anggerek Desa. The session focused on the socialisation of the new medical insurance coverage policy for various categories of Immigration Passes and Entry Permits,…
