In this case, involving a brutal murder, Chong and the Chief Justice rejected the defendant's insanity defence, concluding that the crime was premeditated and driven by motive.

[2] Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah appointed Steven Chong as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Brunei on 30 June 2018, succeeding Kifrawi Kifli, who had held the position for nine years.

During the ceremony, British High Commissioner Richard Lindsay praised the council’s efforts in promoting justice and equality globally.

[7] In January 2020, Chong introduced new media guidelines to promote transparency, ensure fair reporting on court matters, and enhance public understanding of the judiciary.

[8] On 5 May 2023, Chong and Paul Lam, Secretary for Justice of Hong Kong, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance collaboration in dispute avoidance and resolution.