Royal call for bi-annual Brunei Legislative Council sessions welcomed


Legislative Council member Chong Chin Yee (left); and Datuk Paduka Goh King Chin. - BB/ANN

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Datuk Paduka Goh King Chin expressed deep appreciation for Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah's speech at the first meeting of the 21st Session of the Legislative Council (LegCo) yesterday (Feb 26), in which the monarch called for the session to take place twice a year.

The former LegCo member, who served three terms from 2004 to 2016, said that this is an excellent opportunity for LegCo members to discuss matters concerning citizens during the meeting. He also expressed gratitude for the Sultan’s concern for the well-being of the people.

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