His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam has consented to send a message extending his warmest congratulations to The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, His Majesty King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, King of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and members of the Saudi Royal Family, and to the Government and people of Saudi Arabia on the occasion of the anniversary of the National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

In the message, His Majesty greatly valued the excellent relations shared by the two countries and their peoples. His Majesty believed that these close ties would continue to grow in strength in the years to come.

In ending the message, His Majesty prayed that Allah the Almighty bless His Majesty King Abdullah with continued good health and happiness and the people of Saudi Arabia with peace, prosperity and a joyous celebration.

In a similar message, His Royal Highness Prince Mohamed Bolkiah, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, sent his deepest respects to His Majesty King Abdullah and all members of the Saudi Royal Family, together with his warmest congratulations to His Royal Highness Prince Saud Al-Faisal bin Abdulaziz, the Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs, on the occasion of the National Day of Saudi Arabia.

HRH Prince Mohamed much appreciated the long-standing and excellent relations enjoyed by the two countries, and looked forward to continuing to strengthen their much-valued ties in the years to come.

HRH Prince Mohamed delivered his kindest regards and best wishes for His Royal Highness Prince Saud's continued good health and happiness. - Borneo Bulletin (23rd September 2011)