Brunei's Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah is under medical observation at a Kuala Lumpur hospital following exhaustion during a Southeast Asian leaders' summit, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim confirmed Tuesday.
Addressing reporters during a press conference, Anwar stated the 76-year-old monarch was "resting comfortably" at the National Heart Institute after experiencing fatigue. The sultan had attended the regional gathering alongside leaders from ASEAN member states earlier this week.
"His Majesty is receiving appropriate care as a precautionary measure," Anwar said, emphasizing the sultan's condition was not critical. The hospitalization occurred during a pivotal diplomatic moment for Southeast Asia, though summit proceedings continued uninterrupted.
As one of the world's longest-reigning monarchs, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah maintains significant influence in ASEAN affairs. Health updates about the leader are being closely monitored by regional analysts and diplomatic observers.
