From: His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan, Brunei Darussalam
To: His Excellency General the Honourable David John Hurley, AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General, The Commonwealth of Australia
Your EXcellency,
It is with great pleasure that I convey my warmest congratulations to you, the Government and people of Australia on the occasion Of Australia Day.
i am happy that our two countries and people have enjoyed warm and close ties which have been further elevated to a Comprehensive Partnership during my State Visit to Australia in June 2023. As we commemorate the 40th anniversary Of diplomatic relations between our two countries this year, I welcome renewed opportunities to enhance our valuable friendship, both as bilateral and important regional partners.
With my kindest regards and very best wishes for Your Excellency and your family's continued good health and happiness, as well as progress and prosperity for the people of Australia
SULTAN HAJI HASSANAL BOLKIAH
OF BRUNEI