
Brunei Cabinet Revamp 2026: Three New Coordinating Ministers, Three Women Appointed as Deputy Ministers
Sultan Brunei announced a major cabinet overhaul on June 4, 2026 β with the creation of three new Coordinating Minister positions, the appointment of three women as Deputy Ministers for the first time simultaneously, and the rebranding of the Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. These changes aim to strengthen policy coordination, accelerate the Brunei Vision 2035, and promote economic diversification and women's leadership.