Brunei sultan celebrates 78th b’day


Joyous moments: Kalshom presenting gifts to the parents of the newborn babies; (below) Sultan Hassanal and Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Saleha during the ceremony. — Borneo Bulletin/ANN

A traditional Grand Parade has been held here, setting off a series of events to celebrate Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah’s 78th birthday.

The event took place at Taman Haji Sir Muda Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien, a renowned park in Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital city of Brunei, where state dignitaries, grassroots leaders and other distinguished guests came dressed in traditional costumes for the event on Monday.

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