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Date: January 1st is celebrated as New Year's Day, a public holiday in Brunei Darussalam.
History and Traditions: New Year's Day in Brunei is influenced by both Islamic traditions and global practices. While the Islamic calendar does not mark January 1st as the start of the year, Brunei, as a member of the global community, observes this day in sync with the Gregorian calendar.
Historically, this day doesn't hold cultural significance akin to that of religious festivals in Brunei such as Hari Raya Aidilfitri or the National Day. However, it has been adopted and integrated into the nation’s list of public holidays.
Activities: On New Year's Day, government offices and most businesses are closed. People in Brunei typically use this time to relax and spend time with family and friends. Many may attend religious services to thank Allah for the past year and pray for prosperity in the coming year. Some might take advantage of the holiday to travel or go on vacation.
Although fireworks and large public celebrations are not common due to restrictions on such activities, private gatherings and small-scale celebrations do take place within communities. It is a day of reflection, setting new goals, and preparing for what lies ahead in the new year.
