Dr Siva Subramaniam, Chair of BBBF presents a token of appreciation to H.E. Ken O’Flaherty, Acting British High Commissioner after the talk.
The Britain Brunei Business Forum (BBBF) hosted its Annual Members’ Night on Thursday, 21 May 2026, featuring a Fireside Chat with H.E. Ken O’Flaherty, Acting British High Commissioner to Brunei Darussalam. The event, held at the Residence of the British High Commissioner, brought together BBBF members and guests for an evening of dialogue and networking.
The conversation, titled “UK‑Brunei: Areas of Collaboration”, explored opportunities for partnership, highlighted recent Brunei high‑level visits to the United Kingdom, and underscored the role of BBBF in supporting the High Commission’s initiatives. Guests also heard H.E. Ken’s personal reflections and perspectives on the future of UK‑Brunei relations.
Dr Siva Subramaniam, Chair of BBBF, said:
“This evening was a valuable opportunity for our members to engage directly with the Acting British High Commissioner. The discussions reaffirmed the importance of collaboration in sustainability, education, and trade. BBBF remains committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen the UK‑Brunei partnership and create meaningful opportunities for our members.”
H.E. Ken O’Flaherty, Acting British High Commissioner, remarked:
“It was a privilege to welcome BBBF members for this evening of conversation and networking at my Residence. The discussions highlighted the strong foundations of our partnership and the exciting opportunities ahead, particularly in strengthening business ties. I look forward to building on this momentum and working closely with BBBF to deliver outcomes for Brunei and the UK.”
The evening’s programme was facilitated by Allen Lai. A token of appreciation was presented to H.E. Ken O’Flaherty by Dr Siva Subramaniam, BBBF Chair, followed by dinner.