Nik Hafimi

Nik Hafimi binti Abdul Haadii @ Frances Lo (born 12 November 1973) is a Bruneian businessperson and politician who was previously appointed as a member of Brunei's Legislative Council (LegCo) from 2017 to 2022. Notably, she is the chair of the Yayasan Committee on Social Enterprise and the founding member of the Young Entrepreneur Association of Brunei.

Early life and education Nik Hafimi was born on 12 November 1973 in Brunei, into a third generation business family. She was named chairman of Brunei Darussalam's Competition Commission (CCBD) on 6 December 2018.

Political career On 13 January 2017, she was named as a LegCo Member in the "Among the Persons Who Have Achieved Distinctions" category.

During the second day of the 18th LegCo session on 25 February 2022, Nik Hafimi urged authorities to investigate the labour market, stating that it must be equitable for both locals and foreigners in terms of employment. She stated, "Laws covering both locals and foreigners can be improved." She added that the "working industry framework" should include lifelong learning or a minimal degree of education. After a week of discussions, LegCo members approved a BND5.7 billion budget for the fiscal year 2022–2023, which would take effect on 1 April. "To achieve our vision, we will always practice empowering the community and enabling inclusive opportunity," she stated. On 12 April, the Department of Councils of State declared that the appointed members of the LegCo were dissolved on 6 March.

As the chair of the CCBD, she participated in the 2nd Heads of Competition Agency Meeting, which was conducted in Brisbane, Australia, from 6 to 7 June 2023.

Honours Throughout her career, she has received the following: