HIS Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam has consented to send a congratulatory message to Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on the occasion of his re-appointment as the Prime Minister of Japan.

In the message, His Majesty expressed his satisfaction over Abe’s personal contribution in strengthening the close friendship and valuable cooperation between Brunei and Japan.

His Majesty wished Abe continued success in his coming term and looked forward to further enhancing the bilateral relations and regional partnership between the two countries.

In ending the message, His Majesty conveyed his kindest regards and very best wishes to Abe. - Borneo Bulletin (25 December 2014)