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2005 Bruneian cabinet reshuffle
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Brunei cabinet reshuffle undertaken by Hassanal Bolkiah
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Hassanal Bolkiah carried out the third reshuffle of his government on 24 May 2005, appointing one senior minister, three ministers, and five deputy ministers. The announcement was delivered during a televised speech at 5:20 pm.Jaafar Ibrahim 2005-05-25 Rombakan keahlian Majlis Mesyuarat Menteri-menteri Kabinet https://www.pelitabrunei.gov.bn/Arkib%20Dokumen/2005/25%20MEI%202005.pdf 2025-01-13 www.pelitabrunei.gov.bn Pelita Brunei 1 and 16 ms The previous cabinet had been reshuffled in 1988, followed by the next one in 2010.Jaafar Ibrahim 2010-06-02 Rombakan Menteri-Menteri Kabinet https://www.pelitabrunei.gov.bn/Arkib%20Dokumen/2010/Jun/PB020610.pdf 2025-01-27 www.pelitabrunei.gov.bn Pelita Brunei 1 ms
The cabinet reshuffle introduced minor adjustments aimed at improving governance, though many ministers retained their positions, and the sultan continued to serve as prime minister, finance minister, and defence minister. The newly expanded cabinet comprised 16 positions, including Crown Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah as senior minister at the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), along with 14 ministers and 10 deputy ministers.Sidhu Jatswan S. Historical Dictionary of Brunei Darussalam 2009 Scarecrow Press 978-0-8108-7078-9 Lanham 66 en
According to the sultan's televised speech, the cabinet reshuffle was aimed at maintaining national security, prosperity, and effective governance. The sultan highlighted Brunei's ability to stand alongside other nations through strong administration, adherence to laws, and disciplined leadership. The reshuffle sought to enhance government efficiency and ensure continued progress in various sectors.2005-05-25 Brunei bukti kemampuan https://www.pelitabrunei.gov.bn/Arkib%20Dokumen/2005/25%20MEI%202005.pdf 2025-01-30 www.pelitabrunei.gov.bn Pelita Brunei 1 ms The sultan also expressed gratitude to outgoing officials for their contributions, wishing them continued well-being and success.2005-05-25 Ucapan penghargaan dan terima kasih https://www.pelitabrunei.gov.bn/Arkib%20Dokumen/2005/25%20MEI%202005.pdf 2025-01-30 www.pelitabrunei.gov.bn Pelita Brunei 1 ms
On 30 May 2005, members of the newly formed cabinet were sworn in for a five-year term during a ceremony at the palace.Haji Ahat Haji Ismail 2005-06-01 Menteri, Timbalan Menteri Mengangkat Sumpah https://www.pelitabrunei.gov.bn/Arkib%20Dokumen/2005/01%20JUN%202005.pdf 2025-01-30 www.pelitabrunei.gov.bn Pelita Brunei 1 and 16 ms On 2 June, the sultan chaired the first cabinet meeting following the reshuffle, which was also held at the palace.Haji Ahat Haji Ismail 2005-06-08 Mesyuarat Menteri-menteri Kabinet https://www.pelitabrunei.gov.bn/Arkib%20Dokumen/2005/08%20JUN%202005.pdf 2025-01-30 www.pelitabrunei.gov.bn Pelita Brunei 1 ms
Cabinet-level changes
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MinisterM K Anwar 2005-05-25 New ministers in major reshuffle http://sultanate.com/news_server/25_may_7.html 2023-07-18 sultanate.com Borneo Bulletin Position before reshuffle Result of reshuffle107x107pxAl-Muhtadee BillahNoneBecame Senior Minister at the Prime Minister's Office113x113pxAbu Bakar ApongMinister of HealthBecame Minister of Communications94x94pxAbdullah BakarPermanent Secretary at the Ministry of CommunicationsBecame Minister of Development94x94pxYahya BakarPermanent Secretary at the Prime Minister's Office Became Minister of Energy at the Prime Minister's Office112x112pxMohammad DaudNoneBecame Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports 113x113px Abdul Rahman Ibrahim Deputy Minister of Finance Became Minister of Finance II113x113pxIsa IbrahimMinister of Home AffairsLeft the government94x94pxAhmad JumatMinister of DevelopmentBecame Minister of Industry and Primary Resources94x94pxLim Jock SengPermanent Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and TradeBecame Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade II111x111pxHussain Mohammad YusofMinister of Culture, Youth and SportsLeft the government113x113pxSuyoi OsmanDeputy Minister of EducationBecame Minister of Health94x94pxZakaria SulaimanMinister of CommunicationsLeft the government113x113pxAbdul Rahman TaibMinister of Industry and Primary ResourcesBecame Minister of Education113x113pxAdanan YusofDeputy Minister of Home AffairsBecame Minister of Home Affairs
Junior ministerial changes
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Minister Position before reshuffle Result of reshuffle94x94pxHazair AbdullahPermanent Secretary at the Prime Minister's OfficeBecame Deputy Minister of Health112x112pxYusoff Abdul HamidAmbassador of Brunei to BelgiumBecame Deputy Minister of CommunicationsHamdillah Abdul WahabManaging Director and CEO of Brunei LNGNon-government positionBecame Deputy Minister of Industry and Primary Resources94x94pxYahya IbrahimDeputy Minister of Religious AffairsLeft the government Eusoff Agaki IsmailDeputy Minister at the Prime Minister's OfficeLeft the government 113x113pxBadaruddin OthmanActing Chairman of the Public Service CommissionBecame Deputy Minister of Religious Affairs113x113pxPengiran Ibnu BasitDeputy Minister of DefenceLeft the government 113x113pxPengiran MohammadSpecial Duties Officer (National Education Council) at the Ministry of EducationBecame Deputy Minister of Education94x94pxYasmin UmarPermanent Secretary (Policy and Administration) at the Ministry of DefenceBecame Deputy Minister of Defence
Later changes
Between the 2005 and 2010 cabinet reshuffles, several minor changes were introduced. The minor cabinet reshuffle on 22 August 2008 saw Yahya Bakar reappointed as minister of industry and primary resources, replacing Ahmad Jumat.Jaafar Ibrahim Dk. Hajah Fatimah Pg. Haji Md. Noor 2010-06-12 Pelantikan Menteri-Menteri Kabinet dan Timbalan-Timbalan Menteri https://www.pelitabrunei.gov.bn/Arkib%20Dokumen/2010/Jun/EK120610.pdf 2025-01-29 www.pelitabrunei.gov.bn Pelita Brunei 1 and 6 ms Ahmad, in turn, was reappointed as minister of culture, youth, and sports, succeeding Mohammad Daud.2019 AICHR Representatives: Brief Curriculum Vitae https://aichr.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/AICHR_Representatives_Brief_CV.pdf 2023-07-18 aichr.org ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights en Meanwhile, Mohammad was reappointed as minister of energy at the PMO, taking over from Yahya.May 2021 Development and the environment https://firstforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Publication_00420.pdf 2025-01-30 firstforum.org FIRST Strategic Insight In November 2009, Yusoff Abdul Hamid was appointed as ambassador of Brunei to the United States.Brinkerhoff Noel 2011-07-24 Ambassador from Brunei: Who is Yusoff Hamid? http://www.allgov.com/news/appointments-and-resignations/ambassador-from-brunei-who-is-yusoff-hamid?news=843010 2025-01-30 www.allgov.com AllGov
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Minister Position before reshuffle Result of reshuffle Effective from94x94pxYahya BakarMinister of Energy at the Prime Minister's OfficeBecame Minister of Industry and Primary Resources22 August 2008112x112pxMohammad DaudMinister of Culture, Youth and SportsBecame Minister of Energy at the Prime Minister's Office22 August 200894x94pxAhmad JumatMinister of Culture, Youth and SportsBecame Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports22 August 2008112x112pxYusoff Abdul HamidDeputy Minister of CommunicationsBecame Ambassador of Brunei to the United StatesNovember 2009
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