Bandar Seri Begawan: At noon, His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam and Her Majesty Duli Raja Isteri hosted a State Banquet in honor of Her Excellency Datin Laila Utama Doctor Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu, President of the Republic of Kosovo, and Mr. Prindon Sadriu, First Gentleman, who are in the country for a State Visit.
According to Radio Television Brunei, the State Banquet commenced with the recitation of Doa Selamat by Yang Berhormat Pehin Datu Seri Maharaja Dato Paduka Seri Setia Doctor Ustaz Haji Awang Abdul Aziz bin Juned, the State Mufti. His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, in a titah, expressed that this State Visit marks an important milestone reflecting the strong relationship between both countries. His Majesty emphasized that the awarding of the 'Order of Independence' symbolizes the friendship between Brunei and Kosovo.
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, in her speech, expressed that the state visit was a significant honor as she is the first leader of Kosovo to visit Brunei Darussalam. Her Excellency also acknowledged the friendship that has blossomed between both countries.
Brunei Darussalam and the Republic of Kosovo established diplomatic relations on February 20, 2017. His Majesty and Her Excellency first met during a Bilateral Meeting held on the sidelines of the Summit of the Future on September 23, 2024, in New York, United States of America.