Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The People’s Republic of China
China and Brunei

In 2024, the People's Republic of China and Brunei Darussalam further strengthened their friendly exchanges and cooperation in various fields.

The two countries enjoyed frequent high-level exchanges. In May 2024, Brunei’s Second Minister of Foreign Affairs,Dato Seri Paduka Hj Erywan Yusof, visited China. In October,Her Royal Highness Princess Hajah Masna, Ambassador-at-large of Brunei’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, made an official visit to China. In October, Vice President Han Zheng visited Brunei. In February 2025, Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah paid a state visit to China. During this visit, the two sides issued a Joint Statement on Advancing the Strategic Cooperative Partnership towards a China-Brunei Community with a Shared Future.

Energy cooperation was further deepened. Enterprises from both nations are collaborating in offshore oil and gas resource development based on commercial principles, international law, and mutual respect, equality, and mutual benefit. Phase one of the Hengyi Industries Sdn Bhd has been fully operationalized.

Exchange and cooperation in all areas were further boosted. The construction of the Guangxi-BruneiEconomic Corridor has entered a phase of institutionalization and standardization. Both sides have successfully initiated cooperation on port, fishery, and spice projects, achieving notable progress. Through platforms such as the China-ASEAN Expo and the China International Import Expo, both countries aim to promote specialty goods and services and expand trade. Smooth cooperation in agriculture and fisheries has led to the signing of protocols for the export of Brunei’s farmed and wild aquatic products to China.

China and Brunei Documents Activities Spokesperson's Remarks Other Issues