Bandar seri begawan: By consent of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, a special announcement by the Prime Minister's Office was aired on Tuesday, 23 Rejab 1447 corresponding to 13th January 2026. The special announcement was joined by Yang Berhormat Pehin Datu Lailaraja Retired Major General Dato Paduka Seri Awang Haji Halbi bin Haji Mohd Yusof, Minister at the Prime Minister's Office and Second Minister of Defence; Yang Berhormat Pehin Udana Khatib Dato Paduka Seri Setia Ustaz Haji Awang Badaruddin bin Pengarah Dato Paduka Haji Awang Othman, Minister of Religious Affairs, and Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Dr. Haji Mohamad Isham bin Haji Jaafar, Minister of Health. The special announcement began with the Minister at the Prime Minister's Office and Second Minister of Defence.

According to Radio Television Brunei, the announcement covered significant topics relevant to national interests. The presence of multiple ministers signified the importance of the message being conveyed. Further details of the announcement were not disclosed in the initial airing, but it is expected that the topics addressed may impact various sectors within the nation.

The involvement of high-ranking officials such as the Minister of Religious Affairs and the Minister of Health indicates that the announcement may touch upon issues pertinent to both religious and health sectors. The community is advised to stay informed through official channels for any updates or further information regarding the announcement.