British Premier Congratulates Brunei On National Day

Bandar Seri Begawan - British Prime Minister Tony Blair yesterday sent a congratulatory message to His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei in conjunction with the country's 21st National Day celebration.

In a message issued by the British High Commission in Brunei, Prime Minister Blair stated, "I am delighted to send you and the people of Brunei my congratulations and best wishes on the occasion of your National Day which this year marks the 21st anniversary of independence for Brunei.

"I warmly recall our meeting in London last June, reflecting the close relationship and good feeling which exist between the UK and Brunei.

I am confident that this strong friendship between our two countries and peoples will continue to flourish in the years to come".

Meanwhile, the British Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, Jack Straw, sent a congratulatory message to His Royal Highness Prince Mohamed Bolkiah.

Straw said, "It gives me great pleasure to send you my best wishes and congratulations on the occasion of Brunei's National Day which this year marks the 21't anniversary of independence for Brunei.

I am confident that the close partnership between our two countries will continue to grow and go from strength to strength. I look forward to another year of excellent relations in 2005." -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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