Published by the Department of Information APRIL, 2018 Prime Minister’s Office VOLUME 33 ISSUE 4
Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) His Majesty attends Opening Ceremony of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2018
His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam with other leaders and representatives in a group photograph during the Formal Opening Ceremony of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2018.
LONDON UNITED KINGDOM, April 19 - His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah nd ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul 32 ASEAN Summit Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam attended the Formal Opening Ceremony His Majesty attends Opening of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting nd (CHOGM) 2018 which was held at the Buckingham Ceremony of 32 ASEAN Summit Palace, London. REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE, April 28 - His Majesty Sultan Haji The arrival of His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam was greeted by Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Vice Admiral Tony Johnstone-Burt, Master of the Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam attended the Opening Ceremony Royal Household, and The Right Honourable Patricia of the 32nd ASEAN Summit which was held at the Island Ballroom, Scotland, Secretary General of the Commonwealth. Shangri-La Hotel, Republic of Singapore. His Majesty then proceeded together with other Upon arrival, His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Heads of Government to the Ballroom Hall. Brunei Darussalam was welcomed by His Excellency Lee Hsien The Formal Opening Ceremony began with Loong, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Singapore and welcoming remarks from His Royal Highness Prince Chairman of ASEAN, and wife, Madam Ho Ching. Charles, The Prince of Wales followed by remarks from The official opening ceremony commenced with the ASEAN Her Excellency the Right Honourable Theresa May, theme song, followed by an opening speech by His Excellency Lee Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain Hsien Loong in honour of ASEAN Heads of State and Government and Northern Ireland who is also the Chairperson for attending to Singapore. CHOGM 2018. Continue on page 5 Continue on page 7 Contents Palace newsround
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His Royal Highness Prince Mohamed Bolkiah receives audiences His Royal Highness Prince Mohamed Bolkiah received in audience separately from the outgoing ambassadors of the Republic of Korea and the Republic of the Union of Myanmar. The audience ceremony took place at Balai Penghadapan, Bukit Kayangan on April 26.
His Excellency Cho Won- myung, outgoing Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Korea to Brunei Darussalam.
His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam during the Executive Session of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 19 - His Majesty Sultan support to the Commonwealth’s efforts in mitigating the adverse Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum effects of climate change, especially the Queen’s Commonwealth Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Canopy (QCC), where best practices and new collaborations can Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam consented be shared and created for forest conservation, as well as the to attend the Executive Session of the Commonwealth Heads Secretary General’s Blue Charter Initiative. Brunei Darussalam, of Government Meeting (CHOGM) held at the CHOGM Meeting in this regard, has dedicated three of her forest reserves, which His Excellency U Cho Htun Room, Lancester House. represent 22 percent of the total land area. Aung, outgoing Ambassador At the Executive Session, His Majesty in a titah (royal speech) In regard to security, His Majesty added that Brunei Darussalam Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of the Union of stressed on the need for the Commonwealth to pursue initiatives welcomes the Commonwealth’s initiative to address new threats Myanmar to Brunei Darussalam. that promote prosperity, sustainability and security towards a and challenges in the form of cybercrime, cyber terrorism and common future. security of data, as well as the increase occurrences of violent His Majesty in his titah believes that promoting trade and extremism. Brunei Darussalam is committed to working with addressing trade barriers will help give the people greater regional and international partners such as the Commonwealth, opportunities and benefits. His Majesty reaffirmed Brunei’s in order to tackle them. His Majesty sends Congratulatory Message commitment to the multilateral system where trade links can be His Majesty reiterates that such threats should not be enhanced for growth and development. attributed to any particular religion, race, nationality or ethnicity. His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin to His Excellency Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, the President of the His Majesty then added that Brunei welcomes The In tackling the matter, His Majesty strongly believes in the Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Arab Republic of Egypt on his re-election as the President of Commonwealth Connectivity Agenda, which includes enhancing promotion and maintaining of values such as peace, respect, Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei the Arab Republic of Egypt on April 3. business activities, with participation by women and youth, as understanding, tolerance and moderation as well as to recognise Darussalam has consented to send a congratulatory message well as giving priority to MSME-friendly measures. and respect religious, traditional and cultural variations, and way His Majesty in his titah, expresses Brunei Darussalam’s strong of life.
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His Majesty attends Dinner hosted by Her Majesty Queen From page 1 His Majesty then joined other ASEAN Elizabeth II Heads of State and Government for a group photograph session. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 19 - His Majesty Sultan Haji After the Opening Ceremony, His Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Majesty, together with other ASEAN Heads Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang of State and Government, proceeded to Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam attended a dinner hosted by the Island Ballroom foyer to view the Smart Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth ll, Queen of the United Kingdom of Nation Showcase. Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Queen’s Dinner for the Heads of Government attending the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), held at the Buckingham Palace, London. Upon arrival at the Buckingham Palace, His Majesty was ushered His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali to the Blue Drawing Room and greeted by Her Majesty Queen Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam in a group photo Northern Ireland and His Royal Highness Prince Charles, the Prince with ASEAN leaders during the Opening Ceremony of the 32nd ASEAN Summit held at the Island of Wales. Ballroom, Shangri-La Hotel, Republic of Singapore. His Majesty then proceeded to join other Heads of Government at the Picture Gallery for The Queen’s Dinner. The Dinner began with a speech from Her Excellency the Right Honourable Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand followed by a speech from His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Ado, His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni President of the Republic of Ghana. Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, ASEAN continues to build peaceful and prosperous region Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam with Her Majesty This was followed by a Speech from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE, April II, Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Queen Elizabeth ll, Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland at Her Majesty the Queen’s Dinner for the Heads of 27 - His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Ireland whereby Her Majesty welcomed all leaders, special guests Government attending the Commonwealth Heads of Government Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni and representatives at the event. Meeting (CHOGM). Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam in a titah (royal speech) expressed confidence that CHOGM Retreat Session under Singapore’s chairmanship, ASEAN member states will continue to build a WINDSOR, UNITED KINGDOM, April 20 peaceful and prosperous region as they - His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah have for over the past 50 years. Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan His Majesty praised the summit’s Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi theme, ‘Resilience and Innovation’ and Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei voiced support for the proposed outcome Darussalam attended the Retreat Session of the documents. Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting His Majesty delivered the titah during (CHOGM). the Plenary Session of the 32nd ASEAN The Retreat Session was held at the Windsor Summit held at the banquet hall, Istana, Castle, United Kingdom. in the Republic of Singapore. Upon arrival at King George IV Gate, Windsor His Majesty emphasised two main Castle, His Majesty was greeted by Mr. Duncan points during the discussion on the Dewar, Castle Superintendent. His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Plenary Session. Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam during the Plenary His Majesty, together with Her Excellency the nd In the titah, the Monarch called on Session of the 32 ASEAN Summit in the Republic of Singapore. Right Honourable Theresa May, Prime Minister ASEAN member states to continue to His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and strengthen their cooperation, in which enhance this by improving their human the new challenges to be faced. Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam Northern Ireland and Commonwealth Heads of the member states should identify ways capital, so that they become more His Majesty said such developments during the Retreat Session of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). Government, then proceeded to the Waterloo that would benefit their peoples and bring educated, highly skilled and innovative. would require a coordinated and robust Chamber for the Retreat Session. more meaning to the ASEAN community. The Monarch said that adding such regional response, and thereby called The Retreat Session began with a speech His Majesty expressed confidence that efforts could ensure their people’s on the ASEAN Secretariat to study by Her Excellency the Prime Minister of the ASEAN member states are now making readiness in adapting to advancements in and provide recommendations on the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern intra-ASEAN travel easier for tourists and technology. implications of the Fourth Industrial Ireland, welcoming Commonwealth Heads of business people alike. To complement the His Majesty stressed the need for the Revolution to ASEAN’s pillars of Government to the retreat. matter, he said it is timely to explore ways ASEAN member states to be prepared cooperation. During the Retreat Session, His Majesty and to ensure seamless regional integration in for the opportunities and challenges In ending the titah, His Majesty other Commonwealth Heads of Government communications. which will affect all pillars of the ASEAN welcomed the positive outcomes of exchanged views on regional and international His Majesty added that this could community. Opportunities include better the Inter-Korea Summit, including their strategic issues of common interests. contribute towards their goal of doubling healthcare services, improvements to law declaration to end war on the Korean After the Retreat Session, the Commonwealth intra-ASEAN trade by 2025. enforcement capabilities, greater access Peninsula. Heads of Government Meeting was then officially His Majesty expressed satisfaction to information and the development of His Majesty also looks forward to closed. with what the member states have cities in the future. the continued dialogue between the His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan achieved so far to increase the region’s His Majesty cited the potential use of parties concerned that will lead to the of Brunei Darussalam left the United Kingdom competitiveness. technology to disrupt security, the misuse de-nuclearisation of the peninsula. after attending CHOGM which was held for three ASEAN member states could further of personal data and fake news as among The atmosphere during the Retreat Session of CHOGM held at the Windsor Castle. days from the April 18, 2018.
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REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE, April 27 - His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam attended a Working Dinner hosted by His Excellency Lee Hsien Loong, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Singapore and the Chairman of ASEAN in honour of ASEAN Heads of State and Government attending the 32nd ASEAN Summit. The Working Dinner was held at the Istana, Republic of Singapore. Upon arrival at the Reception Room, His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam was greeted by His Excellency the Prime Minister of the Republic of Singapore and the Chairman of ASEAN. His Majesty, together with other ASEAN Heads of State and Government then proceeded to attend the Working Dinner at the State Room. His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam in a bilateral meeting with His Excellency U Win Myint, the President of the Republic of the His Excellency Lee Hsien Loong in his Union of Myanmar. opening remarks at the Working Dinner From page 8 Brunei Darussalam and the Republic of President of the Republic of the Union of welcomed all the ASEAN leaders and Singapore was established in January Myanmar, His Majesty and His Excellency delegates to the Republic of Singapore. During the bilateral meeting with 1984. discussed current issues and exchanged His Majesty, together with other ASEAN the Prime Minister of the Republic of The two countries cooperate views on regional and international matters leaders, then attended the Plenary Session of Singapore and Chairman of ASEAN, His extensively in various fields including of mutual concern including cooperation the 32nd ASEAN Summit at the Banquet Hall. Majesty and His Excellency discussed defence, finance, trade and investment, between Brunei Darussalam and the The Plenary session commenced with current issues and exchanged views tourism, health and education, and Republic of the Union of Myanmar. an opening statement by His Excellency on regional and international matters of share long-standing arrangements Diplomatic relations between Brunei Lee Hsien Loong. This was followed by a mutual concern including cooperation such as the Currency Interchangeability Darussalam and the Republic of the Union statement from His Excellency Dato Paduka His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar between Brunei Darussalam and the ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam being Agreement. of Myanmar was established on the 21st of Lim Jock Hoi, the Secretary-General of Republic of Singapore. greeted by His Excellency Lee Hsien Loong, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Singapore and Diplomatic relations between During the bilateral meeting with the September 1993. ASEAN. Chairman of ASEAN.
Brunei strengthens bilateral cooperation with the Republic of His Majesty officiates Hassanal Bolkiah Trophy Singapore and the Republic of the Union of Myanmar for ASEAN Youth Football Tournament 2018 REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE, April 28 - His Majesty Sultan - Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, April 23 Seven countries will start on a mission Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan to grab the Hassanal Bolkiah Trophy and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam held separate for ASEAN Youth Football Tournament bilateral meetings with His Excellency Lee Hsien Loong, the 2018 (HBT 2018) at the official Opening Prime Minister of the Republic of Singapore and Chairman of Ceremony of HBT 2018 held at the ASEAN, and His Excellency U Win Myint, the President of the Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium full Republic of the Union ofMyanmar. of joy with the presence of thousands of The bilateral meetings were held at Shangri-La Hotel, citizens and residents together to give Republic of Singapore. support to their favourite teams. Upon arrival at the Azalea 1 Room, His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam was greeted by the Continue on page 10 Prime Minister of the Republic of Singapore and Chairman of ASEAN. Continue on page 9 His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi of Brunei Darussalam placing the HBT Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam ball to mark the launch of the Hassanal with His Excellency Lee Hsien Loong, the Prime Minister of the Bolkiah Trophy for ASEAN Youth Football Republic of Singapore and Chairman of ASEAN. Tournament 2018 (HBT 2018).
8 BRUNEI DARUSSALAM NEWSLETTER April 2018 April 2018 BRUNEI DARUSSALAM NEWSLETTER 9 News News From page 9 the Executive Committee of HBT 2018. The Official Launching Ceremony was The presence of His Majesty Sultan Also present to greet His Majesty’s followed by a Group ‘A’ match between Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin arrival was Yang Berhormat Retired host, Brunei Darussalam and Timor Leste. Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Major General Dato Paduka Seri Awang HBT 2018 is jointly organised by Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Haji Aminuddin Ihsan bin Pehin Orang the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan Kaya Saiful Mulok Dato Seri Paduka Sports and NFABD. Seven countries of Brunei Darussalam in officiating Haji Abidin, the Minister of Culture, Youth namely Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, the tournament further enlivened the and Sports as well as members of the Singapore, Thailand, Timor Leste and ceremony. Executive Committee and Yang Amat Brunei Darussalam are taking part in the Also present were His Royal Highness Mulia Pengiran Lela Cheteria Sahibun championship. Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, the Crown Najabah Pengiran Anak Haji Abdul Aziz Brunei Darussalam has successfully Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime bin Pengiran Jaya Negara Pengiran hosted this prestigious tournament since Minister’s Office, Her Royal Highness Haji Abu Bakar, Chief of Adat Istiadat 2002, followed in 2005, 2007, 2012, and Paduka Seri Pengiran Anak Isteri Negara. 2014 in which Brunei Darussalam has Pengiran Anak Sarah binti Pengiran Haji Following the arrival of His Majesty won this tournament in 2012 and in 2014 Salleh Ab Rahaman, His Royal Highness and Royal Family members, the national was won by Myanmar. Prince ‘Abdul Malik, His Royal Highness anthem was played before His Majesty The tournament aims to uphold the Prince ‘Abdul Wakeel, His Royal consented to officiate HBT 2018. titah (royal speech) of His Majesty in Highness Prince Mohamed Bolkiah, His His Majesty was introduced to team involving the best teams in the ASEAN Royal Highness Prince Haji Jefri Bolkiah, managers, coaches and team captains Region to compete in the ASEAN or South Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Muda and also presented souvenirs to team East Asian Football league as well as to ‘Abdul Muntaqim and Yang Teramat managers of the participating nations. provide exposure and abilities in ASEAN Mulia Pengiran Anak Muneerah Madhul His Majesty then received a pesambah sports to the world. Bolkiah. (gift) from the HBT 2018 Organising It also provides opportunities for young Upon arrival, His Majesty and Royal Committee, presented by the Minister of players to compete abroad, a network Family members were greeted by His Royal Culture, Youth and Sports. or networking among the participants Highness Prince Haji Sufri Bolkiah ibni The event was enlivened by a human will be able to set up and create an Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien LED performance which involved 2,500 understanding of different cultures in the Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, President of the participants comprising students from 11 ASEAN community. National Football Association of Brunei secondary schools as well as government His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Darussalam (NFABD) as the Advisor of officers and staff. Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam touring the Youth Religious Programme exhibition at the National Level Israk Mikraj Celebration for 1439 Hijrah.
From page 10 “We have also set up the Mosque enhancement of worshipping in Also in attendance were His Royal Construction Fund to give opportunity to congregation, InsyaaAllah our schools, His Majesty graces National Level Israk Mikraj Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee the public to jointly contribute towards families, children and our country Brunei Billah, the Crown Prince and Senior the development and maintenance of Darussalam will be blessed. Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office, mosques and reinforce the relationship A special lecture titled ‘Sembahyang Celebration His Royal Highness Prince ‘Abdul Malik, between congregants and mosques,” Berjemaah Meraih Berkat’ was delivered BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, April His Royal Highness Prince Mohamed said His Majesty in his titah at an event by Doctor Haji Adanan bin Haji Basar, 14 - His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, His Royal Highness Prince Haji to commemorate the National Level Israk Acting Ra’es of the Religious Teachers Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Sufri Bolkiah and His Royal Highness Mikraj Celebration for 1439 Hijrah. University College of Seri Begawan Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Prince Haji Jefri Bolkiah. The Monarch said the construction (KUPU SB). Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang The celebration commenced with and maintenance of mosques is very The celebration also saw a storytelling Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam consented the reading of verses of the Al-Quran by important, so that they will always be performance on ‘Kisah dan Tauladan to attend the National Level Israk Mikraj Qawiiyyel Azeez bin Haji Abdul Rajid, magnificent, safe and comfortable for the dalam Islam’ by youths from Al-Quran Celebration for 1439 Hijrah. champion of the National Al-Quran worshippers. and Muqaddam classes of the STKRJ The arrival of His Majesty the Sultan Reading Competition for Mosque Youths “Lessons or practical on Kampong Lambak Kiri Mosque. and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam 2015, while the translations were recited congregational prayers have been taught Before leaving the ceremony, His at the Plenary Hall of the International by Mahdini bin Khamis, Mosque Officer in religious schools in the country. This is Majesty and Their Royal Highnesses Convention Centre (ICC) in Berakas, was at the Kampong Selangar Mosque, considered necessary, not just to make then toured an exhibition on the Youth greeted by Yang Amat Mulia Pengiran Lela Temburong District. the students understand what a prayer Religious Programme organised by Cheteria Sahibun Najabah Pengiran Anak The Minister of Religious Affairs in his in congregation is but also to make them MoRA which was established to unite Haji Abdul Aziz bin Pengiran Jaya Negara welcoming remarks explained that the passionate and Istiqamah to do it,” His youth associations and groups under Pengiran Haji Abu Bakar, the Chief of Adat National Level Israk Mikraj Celebration Majesty said. one entity coordinated by the MoRA to Istiadat Negara; Yang Berhormat Pehin theme this year’s ‘Sembahyang His Majesty said in his titah that guide the youths in conducting religious Udana Khatib Dato Paduka Seri Setia Ustaz Berjemaah Meraih Berkat’, or ‘The Virtues in Arabic and religious schools, activities and monitor their movements Haji Awang Badaruddin bin Pengarah Dato of Praying in Congregation’, which means congregational prayer is held, either at the and activities as well as to produce Paduka Haji Awang Othman, the Minister to convey the message and to raise surau or the nearby mosque. This is very creative Muslim individuals. of Religious Affairs (MoRA), in his capacity awareness among the public, especially good to be continued, not only for students The exhibition was participated by as Chairman of the Executive Committee the youth, where MoRA through its but also for parents and guardians who youth associations and groups registered for Major Islamic Event Celebrations for departments and divisions organises would like to join the prayer. under the MoRA for 2017-2018, aged 15 the 1439 Hijrah; Yang Berhormat Pehin a number of programmes related to His Majesty also highlighted in his to 40 years old. Datu Seri Maharaja Dato Paduka Seri dakwah and mosques, such as the Youth titah, it is desirable for us to enhance The exhibition was held to highlight Setia Doctor Ustaz Haji Awang Abdul Aziz Religious Programme Exhibition. our determination to be diligent about youth groups and to introduce activities bin Juned, the State Mufti; Yang Mulia The ceremony continued with the mosques and surau to win rewards for conducted by youths throughout the Pengiran Dato Seri Paduka Haji Bahrom delivery of a titah (royal speech) by performing prayers in congregation. country, especially in religion and to bin Pengiran Haji Bahar, Deputy Minister His Majesty stating that in this country, If we cannot afford to do it all the time encourage youth to be more active of Religious Affairs and other Executive many mosques have been built and at the mosque, at least we need to be in religious activities as well as to His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam delivering a Committee members. will continue to be built according to the committed to pray in congregation with educate the youth to truly adhere to titah (royal speech) during the National Level Israk Mikraj Celebration for 1439 Hijrah. needs and for the convenience of Muslims the family at home. the Islamic teachings. Continue on page 11 performing congregational prayers. His Majesty said, with the 10 BRUNEI DARUSSALAM NEWSLETTER April 2018 April 2018 BRUNEI DARUSSALAM NEWSLETTER 11 News News 457 receive Brunei Darussalam Honorary Medals His Royal Highness, the Crown Prince graces BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, April 28 - His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Regional Jungle Warfare Symposium Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam bestowed State Honorary Medals of Brunei Darussalam to 457 recipients comprising government officials and staff in conjunction with His Majesty’s 71st Birthday. His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO); presented the honorary medals as the representative of His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam. Also in attendance was His Royal Highness Prince ‘Abdul Malik ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin His Royal Highness Crown Waddaulah. Prince receiving a junjung The ceremony commenced with the bestowal of the ziarah (meet and greet) from ‘Meritorious Service Medals’ (Pingat Jasa Kebaktian - PJK) the delegates taking part in to 25 recipients comprising 20 men and five women led by the Regional Jungle Warfare Symposium (RJWS) and Awang Muhammad Faisal bin Pehin Datu Juragan Laila participants involved in the Royal Colonel (B) Dato Seri Pahlawan Haji Kefli from the Mobile Demonstration, along Prime Minister’sOffice. with the High Commissioner and the Defence Advisor for the Recipients represented officers and staff of the Prime His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan countries involved. Minister’s Office, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Home Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, the Crown Prince and Senior Affairs, Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism, Ministry of Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office; presenting the ‘Meritorious Service Medal’ (Pingat Jasa Kebaktian - PJK) to male recipients. Communications and Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports. Meanwhile 338 were bestowed the ‘Excellent Service The recipients were Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) Medal’ (Pingat Indah Kerja Baik – PIKB) comprising 224 officers from the Ministry of Defence whom have contributed their men and 114 women consisting of government officials services and honoured the country’s name in the world arena. and staff led by Awang Haji Ibrahim bin Roshimey from the The PP recipients comprised of 88 RBAF personnel; 83 Prime Minister’s Office. TUTONG, April 19 - His Royal Highness General Dato Paduka Seri Haji Awang Colonel Pengiran Noor Rumaizi bin men and five women, while the AP Medal were received by Prince General Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah Halbi bin Haji Mohd. Yussof, the Second Pengiran Othman, the Chief Instructor of The recipients of the PIKB consist of 52 officers and staff of six recipients. the PMO; 131 of the Ministry of Defence; three of the Ministry of ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Minister of Defence and Major General Training Institute, RBAF (TI RBAF). To bless the ceremony, a Doa Selamat was recited by Yang Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, the Pengiran Dato Seri Pahlawan Aminan bin After the briefing, His Royal Highness Finance; four of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade; 79 of Berhormat Pehin Datu Imam Dato Paduka Seri Setia Ustaz Haji the Ministry of Home Affairs; 34 of the Ministry of Development; Deputy Sultan and General of the Pengiran Haji Mahmud, the Commander witnessed a Mobile Demonstration. Awang Abdul Hamid bin Bakal. Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces. His Royal Highness then proceeded seven of the Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism and 28 Also present during the ceremony were Yang Amat Mulia people from the Ministry of Communication. has consented to witness the Mobile His Royal Highness first visited the to receive a pesambah (gift) from the Pengiran-Pengiran Cheterias, Cabinet Ministers, members Demonstration: Offensive Action on Battalion Command Post and listened event’s co-chairs, the Training Institute of Two new medals namely the ‘Star of Supreme Gallantry of the Legislative Council, Deputy Ministers, members Medal’ (Pingat Pahlawan Periwara - PP) and the ‘Distinguished Jungle Fringe Regional Jungle Warfare to a briefing presented by Major Edd the RBAF and the British Forces Brunei of Diplomatic Corps,Permanent Secretaries and senior Symposium 2018 at the Field Firing Area, Oldfield, the Chief of Staff of the British and attended an afternoon tea reception. Warrior Star Medal’ (Pingat Asgar Pahlawan – AP) were also government officials. presented at the award ceremony. Binturan Range, Penanjong Garrison. Forces Brunei (BFB) before proceeding Prior to departure, His Royal Upon arrival at Binturan Firing Range, for a photo session. Highness signed a Royal Parchment His Royal Highness was welcomed His Royal Highness then listened to and received a junjung ziarah (meet and by Pehin Datu Lailaraja Retired Major another briefing delivered by Lieutenant greet) from the delegates taking part in Brunei DPMM FC defeats Home United FC the Regional Jungle Warfare Symposium (RJWS) and participants involved in the BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, April 7 –Brunei DPMM FC defeating Mobile Demonstration, along with the Home United FC by scoring 4-2 in the Singapore Premier League High Commissioner and the Defence 2018 is hoped to be a good sign in winning as champions just as they Advisor for the countries involved. did in 2015. Consented to witness the match and to give support was His Royal Continue on page 14 Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), accompanied by His Royal Highness Prince ‘Abdul Malik ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah and Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Muda ‘Abdul Muntaqim ibni His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah. Brunei DPMM FC began to rise when Volodymyr Pryiomov, an imported player, scored the first goal in the 13th minute. The first goal was a boost for the Brunei DPMM FC players where two minutes later, His Royal Highness the Crown another goal was scored by Abdul Aziz Tamit. Prince graced to witness the ‘Mobile The second half of the match started well when a free kick Demonstration’ which focused on by Volodymyr managed to score in the 54th minute and Mojtaba the implementation of offensive operations. His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Mollasaraei managed to score the 4th goal in the 71st minute. Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office and His Royal Home United FC finally scored their first goal after three minutes Highness Prince ‘Abdul Malik ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal later. Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah witnessing the football match between At the end of the game, Shahril Ishak scored the second goal for Brunei DPMM FC and Home United FC. Home United FC. 12 BRUNEI DARUSSALAM NEWSLETTER April 2018 April 2018 BRUNEI DARUSSALAM NEWSLETTER 13 News News From page 13 Fulfill distribution of His Majesty’s Personal Gift of This time, one of the highlights of the symposium is to showcase ‘Mobile Demonstration’ which Dates trustworthily focused on the implementation of the ‘offensive’ operations on Jungle Fringe. Apart from the syndicate His Royal Highness Prince ‘Abdul Malik ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin discussions and presentations Waddaulah, Chairman of the Yayasan Sultan during the Symposium, the Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Board of Governance, mobile live firing demonstration presenting the Personal Gift of Dates from His aims to further enhance practical Majesty to a recipient. knowledge in countering threats within the jungle as well as its fringes at a tactical level which TUNGKU LINK, April 23 - Various measures is in line with this year’s theme, were taken to ensure that any complaint ‘Countering Current and Future pertaining to the distribution is handled Threats’. effectively. The demonstration is part of His Royal Highness Prince ‘Abdul Malik the collaborative effort between ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal the Royal Brunei Land Force, Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, Chairman Royal Brunei Airforce as well as of the Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah the Second Battalion of the Royal Board of Governance, in his sabda (royal Gurkha Rifles (2RGR). His Royal Highness the Crown Prince listening to the briefing presented by Major Edd Oldfield, the Chief of Staff speech) stated that this matter should not of the British Forces Brunei. be occurring as the total number of dates brought in is based on statistics given by Mukim Penghulus and Village Chiefs through those who are entrusted to distribute Darussalam. the District Offices. His Majesty’s Personal Gift of Dates, His Royal Highness said, besides During the launch of the distribution of whether at a departmental level or by performing the obligatory fasting, glorifying Their Royal Highnesses grace 26th Brunei Age the Personal Gift of Dates from His Majesty grassroots leaders, especially as the the mosque at night by performing the Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin ‘front line agent’, will always be able Sunat Tarawikh prayers, multiplying the Group Swimming Championships Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar to play their role and their duties more reading of Al-Quran and enlivening the ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, effectively and with dedication. nights of Ramadhan with Qiyamullail, we Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei The ceremony was held at are also encouraged to fill the month of BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, April 22 - His Royal Highness Chancellor Hall, University Brunei Ramadhan with good deeds. Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji Darussalam, His Royal Highness urged all Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office and Her Royal Highness Paduka Seri Pengiran Anak Isteri Pengiran Anak Sarah binti Pengiran Haji Salleh Ab Rahaman attended His Royal Highness graces Sultan of Brunei Prize the final day of the 26th Brunei Age Group Swimming Championships held at the Hassanal Bolkiah National Sports Complex Swimming Pool. Award Ceremony and Celebratory Dinner Also in attendance were the sons and daughter of His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, the Crown LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 5 - The son of Prince, Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Muda ‘Abdul Muntaqim; His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Anak Muneerah Madhul Bolkiah Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali and Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Muda Muhammad Aiman. Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Also present was Yang Berhormat Retired Major General Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, His Royal Dato Paduka Seri Awang Haji Aminuddin Ihsan bin Pehin Highness Prince ‘Abdul Mateen, as the personal Orang Kaya Saiful Mulok Dato Seri Paduka Haji Abidin, the representative of His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports. Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, consented to attend On the last day of the championship, Yang Teramat the Sultan of Brunei Prize Award Ceremony and Mulia Pengiran Muda ‘Abdul Muntaqim, representing ISB Celebratory Dinner at the Oxford Centre for Islamic Hammerheads, competed in the 50 metres butterfly stroke Studies, Oxford, United Kingdom on Thursday, the 5th and won third place with a new personal record of 48.55 of April, 2018. seconds. Upon arrival at the Oxford Centre for Islamic Meanwhile, Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Anak Muneerah Studies, His Royal Highness was greeted by Doctor Madhul Bolkiah, also representing ISB Hammerheads, once Farhan Nizami, the Director of Oxford Centre for again achieved the fastest in the 50 Meter Backstroke Girls Islamic Studies and Mr. John Harwood DL, The Vice Category, with a time of 59.63 seconds, emerging as the best Lord Lieutenant of Oxfordshire. for the 7 year old age group. At the Lower Hall His Royal Highness signed for Also at the championship, His Royal Highness Prince signing the guest book and visited the ‘The Exhibition Haji Al-Muhtadee, the Crown Prince consented to presents His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji of The Sultan of Brunei Programme’ centre. a medal to Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Anak Muneerah Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister His Royal Highness then proceeded to the Madhul Bolkiah. at the Prime Minister’s Office, Her Royal Highness Paduka Seri Pengiran Anak Auditorium for the Sultan of Brunei Prize Award Isteri Pengiran Anak Sarah binti Pengiran Haji Salleh Ab Rahaman, Yang Teramat The 3-day championship was organised by the Brunei Mulia Pengiran Muda ‘Abdul Muntaqim, Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Anak Ceremony. Amateur Swimming Association (BASA) with the support of Muneerah Madhul Bolkiah and Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Muda Muhammad His Royal Highness Prince ‘Abdul Mateen presenting the Sultan of Brunei Prize to His Continue on page 16 the Youth and Sports Department, Ministry of Culture, Youth Aiman at the 26th Brunei Age Group Swimming Championships. Excellency Doctor Ahmad Mohamed Ali, Founding President of the Islamic Development and Sports. Bank. 14 BRUNEI DARUSSALAM NEWSLETTER April 2018 April 2018 BRUNEI DARUSSALAM NEWSLETTER 15 News News From page 15 From page 16 The ceremony commenced with the recitation of Al-Quran in London in association with the verses by Doctor Talal Al Azem, Senior Fellow at The Oxford Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade Centre for Islamic Studies, followed by a speech by Doctor of Brunei Darussalam and Universiti Farhan Nizami, and the announcement of the recipients of the Brunei Darussalam. The occasion was prize. held to promote Brunei Darussalam’s His Royal Highness then presented the Sultan of Brunei Prize, rainforests as an internationally firstly to His Excellency Doctor Ahmad Mohamed Ali, Founding recognised biodiversity hotspot and to President of the Islamic Development Bank as the individual celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the recipient and then to Doctor Zamir Iqbal, Vice President of the Brunei Rainforest Project. Islamic Development Bank as the recipient in the institutional The Brunei Rainforest Project category for the achievement of promoting Islamic Finance which is a 14 month project that was respectively. conducted in 1991-1992. This project At the ceremony, His Excellency Doctor Ahmad Mohamed was jointly organised by Universiti Ali was given the honour of giving a speech followed by Doctor Brunei Darussalam and the Royal Zamir Iqbal, on behalf of the Islamic Development Bank. The Geographical Society to survey closing remarks were made by Mr. John Harwood DL, The Vice the undisturbed lowland primary Lord Lieutenant of Oxfordshire. rainforests in the Temburong District, His Royal Highness Prince ‘Abdul Mateen also attended a which led to the formation of the Kuala His Royal Highness Prince ‘Abdul Mateen during the ‘A Celebration of Brunei’s Rainforests’ event. dinner at the Hall of the Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies which Belalong Field Studies Centre. was also attended by diplomats, city dignitaries, representatives of the City of London and senior members of Oxford University as His Royal Highness graces presenting the Sultan of Brunei Prize to Doctor well as officers from the High Commission of Brunei Darussalam Zamir Iqbal, Vice President of the Islamic Development Bank. in London. Conservation of Sungai Brunei and Kampong Ayer in conjunction with Earth Day Forest conservation in limiting greenhouse gas emissions
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April The Minister of Home Affairs, the Minister 12 - His Royal Highness Prince ‘Abdul of Health and the Minister of Development Mateen ibni His Majesty Sultan Haji during Earth Day 2018 Celebration and Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah Cleaning Campaign of Sungai Brunei and Kampong Ayer at Taman Mahkota Jubli attended the event on ‘A Celebration of Emas. Brunei’s Rainforests’, held at the Royal Geographical Society in London, United Kingdom. His Royal Highness was greeted on arrival by Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Paduka Haji Erywan bin Pehin Datu Pekerma Jaya Haji Mohd. Yusof, the Second Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade; Awang Haji Mohammad Rosli bin She added, one of the pro-active Haji Ibrahim, Permanent Secretary at measures and as a convenience for the Prime Minister’s Office; Mr. Alasdair residents of Kampong Ayer, JASTRe Macleod, Head of Enterprise and has implemented cleaning up work for Resources at the Royal Geographical rubbish collected under houses, schools Society and Datin Doctor Dayang Hajah BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, April 22 – Ministry of Development, said in her and other institutions in Kampong Ayer Anita Binurul Zahrina binti Pehin Orang A Cleaning Campaign of Sungai Brunei welcoming speech, Earth Day is celebrated and surrounding areas, including those nd Kaya Laila Wijaya Dato Seri Setia Haji and Kampong Ayer organised by Ministry on every 22 of April throughout the world stranded at the river bank. Awang Abdul Aziz, Vice Chancellor of of Development through the Department as a show of appreciation towards the She also called on everyone, including Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD). of Environment, Parks and Recreation planet, to instill a sense of responsibility private sectors, villagers and local His Royal Highness was then invited to (JASTRe), was held at the Taman and to raise awareness among the public communities, to combine efforts in tackling sign the visitor’s book and was presented His Royal Highness Prince ‘Abdul Mateen delivering a keynote address at the Royal Geographical Mahkota Jubli Emas in conjunction with to protect the earth and the environment. this problem so that the beloved Brunei with a pesambah (gift) by Mr. Alasdair Society in London, United Kingdom. the Earth Day Celebration 2018. She added that Brunei Darussalam Darussalam and the Sungai Brunei would Macleod. The campaign was participated by also joined the global community in always be kept clean and well-maintained. His Royal Highness then proceeded Second Minister of Foreign Affairs and the importance of protecting the flora and Yang Berhormat Pehin Orang Kaya Seri celebrating Earth Day themed ‘End Plastic The event continued with a to a meet-and-greet and group Trade. fauna in the rainforests. Kerna Dato Seri Setia Doctor Haji Awang Pollution’, by implementing a number of demonstration where people used plastic photograph session with members of the At the event, His Royal Highness Prior to departure, His Royal Highness Abu Bakar bin Haji Apong, the Minister environmental awareness programmes bottles for vertical farming as introduced panel presenting on the sustainability delivered a keynote address on the efforts watched a video presentation entitled of Home Affairs; Yang Berhormat Dato to raise environmental awareness among by the Department of Agriculture and and biodiversity of Brunei Darussalam’s and contributions of the Government of His ‘Brunei Darussalam: A Biodiversity Paduka Doctor Awang Haji Md. Isham the people. Agrifood, as well as an exhibition on the rainforests before proceeding to Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Hotspot’. bin Haji Jaafar, the Minister of Health Doctor Nor Imtihan also emphasised Sungai Brunei and Kampong Ayer clean- the Education Centre at the Royal Brunei Darussalam in addressing climate The event on ‘A Celebration of and Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Paduka the important aspect of cleanliness at up project that is being actively carried Geographical Society. change. Brunei’s Rainforests’ was hosted by the Awang Haji Suhaimi bin Haji Gafar, the Sungai Brunei which is a medium for out. This was followed by a cleaning The event commenced with His Royal Highness Prince ‘Abdul High Commission of Brunei Darussalam Minister of Development. water transportation and recreation. The campaign at a number of zones starting welcoming remarks by Yang Berhormat Mateen highlighted the importance of forest Doctor Nor Imtihan binti Haji Abdul locations also have its own history and at Sungai Kedayan and along the Royal Dato Seri Paduka Haji Erywan bin Pehin conservation as an important strategy in Continue on page 17 Razak, Acting Permanent Secretary significant role in improving the country’s Wharf until the Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Datu Pekerma Jaya Haji Mohd. Yusof, the limiting greenhouse gas emissions and (Administration and Finance) at the socio-economy. Hajah Saleha Bridge. 16 BRUNEI DARUSSALAM NEWSLETTER April 2018 April 2018 BRUNEI DARUSSALAM NEWSLETTER 17 News News Minister of Religious Affairs receives courtesy call MINDEF and RBAF attend 16th Edition of Defence
Yang Berhormat Pehin Udana Khatib Dato Paduka Seri Paduka Seri Setia Ustaz Haji Awang Badaruddin bin Pengarah Services Asia (DSA) 2018 Setia Ustaz Haji Awang Badaruddin bin Pengarah Dato Paduka Dato Paduka Haji Awang Othman, the Minister of Religious Affairs Haji Awang Othman, the Minister of Religious Affairs received received a courtesy call from Her Excellency Caterina Ventura, - The 16th Edition of a courtesy call from Yang Berbahagia Dato Hajah Hanifah the High Commissioner of Canada to Brunei Darussalam. KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 Defence Services Asia (DSA) 2018 is a prestigious Hajar binti Tun Pehin Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud and 34 of Perkim During the courtesy call, the Minister of Religious Affairs and international defence exhibition with participation Bahagian Sarawak delegations on April 16. Her Excellency exchanged views on enhancing bilateral relations from over 1,500 companies and 60 countries, held Also present during the courtesy call was Yang Mulia Pengiran and cooperation between the two countries, especially in areas at the newly opened Malaysia International Trade Dato Seri Paduka Haji Bahrom bin Pengiran Haji Bahar, Deputy of common interest. and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), in Kuala Lumpur, Minister of Religious Affairs; Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Abdul Also present during the courtesy call was Dato Seri Setia Malaysia. Aziz bin Orang Kaya Maharaja Lela Haji Yussof, Permanent Awang Haji Abdul Aziz bin Orang Kaya Maharaja Lela Haji The exhibition showcases the latest updates Secretary of MoRA and Awang Roslan bin Haji Taja’ah, Deputy Yussof, the Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Religious Affairs on defence industry development, technology, Permanent Secretary of MoRA. (MoRA); Awang Roslan bin Haji Taja’ah, the Deputy Permanent products and services in various defence and The courtesy call was held to strengthen the relations between Secretary of MoRA (Administration and Finance) and Awang security fields. the two countries and to exchange views and share experiences. Haji Mohd. Seruddin bin Haji Timbang, the Deputy Permanent Yang Berhormat Pehin Datu Lailaraja Retired The briefing on management and administration of the Secretary of MoRA (Policy and Religious). Major General Dato Paduka Seri Haji Awang Islamic Dakwah Centre was presented by Awang Haji Rajid bin Both courtesy calls were held at the Dhifayah Room, Halbi bin Haji Mohd. Yussof, the second Minister Haji Mohd. Salleh, Acting Director of Islamic Dakwah Centre. Extension Building of Ministry of Religious Affairs (MoRA), Jalan of Defence, at the invitation of the Government of On April 21, Yang Berhormat Pehin Udana Khatib Dato Dewan Majlis. Malaysia, attended the exhibition. The Minister also attended the Putrajaya Forum 2018 which was held in conjunction with DSA 2018. The theme of this year’s forum is ‘Recalibrating Regional Security Architecture’. The forum was Yang Berhormat Pehin Datu Lailaraja Retired Major General Dato Paduka Seri Haji Awang officiated by Yang Amat Berhormat Dato’ Sri Mohd. Halbi bin Haji Mohd. Yussof, the second Minister of Defence with Yang Berhormat Dato’ Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein, the Minister of Defence of Malaysia. Najib bin Tun Abdul Razak, the Prime Minister of Malaysia. The forum draws participations comprising policy makers, defence and security agencies, think tanks as well as academicians, to discuss and share knowledge to promote understanding on regional and international defence and security issues. The Minister called on Yang Berhormat Dato’ Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein, the Minister of Defence of Malaysia, where both sides discussed strategic regional and global security issues. Yang Berhormat Pehin Udana Khatib Dato Paduka Seri Setia Ustaz Haji Yang Berhormat Pehin Udana Khatib Dato Paduka Seri Setia Ustaz Haji Awang Badaruddin bin Pengarah Dato Paduka Haji Awang Othman, Minister Awang Badaruddin bin Pengarah Dato Paduka Haji Awang Othman, Minister Both sides also expressed satisfaction on of Religious Affairs with Yang Berbahagia Dato Hajah Hanifah Hajar binti Tun of Religious with Her Excellency Caterina Ventura, the High Commissioner of the close defence relations shared between both Pehin Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud. Canada to Brunei Darussalam. countries and discussed future bilateral defence cooperation. Also in attendance during the visit were Major General Pengiran Dato Seri Pahlawan Aminan bin Pengiran Haji Mahmud, the Commander of the Minister of Religious Affairs receives farawell visit Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF), His Excellency Dato Paduka Haji Alaihuddin bin Pehin Orang Kaya BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, April 19 - Yang Digadong Seri Lela Dato Seri Utama Haji Awang Berhormat Pehin Udana Khatib Dato Paduka Seri Mohd. Taha, the High Commissioner of Brunei Setia Ustaz Haji Awang Badaruddin bin Pengarah Darussalam to Malaysia, as well as senior officers Dato Paduka Haji Awang Othman, Minister of from the Ministry of Defence and the Royal Brunei The Minister of Defence touring the Defence Services Asia (DSA) 2018 exhibition. Religious Affairs received a farewell visit by His Armed Forces. Excellency Cho Won-myung, outgoing Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Korea to Brunei Darussalam. Also present during the farewell visit were Yang Mulia Pengiran Dato Seri Paduka Haji Bahrom bin Minister of Defence II receives farewell visit by outgoing Pengiran Haji Bahar, Deputy Minister of Religious Affairs; Awang Roslan bin Haji Taja’ah, Deputy ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Brunei Darussalam Permanent Secretary of MoRA; Awang Hassan Baha bin Haji Umar, Head of Public Relations BOLKIAH GARRISON, April 18 – Yang Berhormat Pehin Datu visits. Both defence establishments also interact in multilateral Division and Dayang Normassahrol Hafyzah binti Lailaraja Retired Major General Dato Paduka Seri Haji Awang Halbi forum such as ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus and the Ahmad Sah, Acting Head of International Division bin Haji Mohd. Yusof, the Second Minister of Defence received Seoul Defence Dialogue. and MABIMS, Ministry of Religious Affairs (MORA). a farewell visit from His Excellency Cho Won-myung, outgoing At the end of the visit, the Second Minister of Defence hoped During the farewell visit, the Minister and His Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of that the defence relations and cooperation that exist between Excellency lauded the close relations enjoyed by Korea to Brunei Darussalam. Brunei Darussalam and the Republic of Korea will continue to both countries and exchanged views on current Yang Berhormat Pehin Udana Khatib Dato Paduka Seri Setia Ustaz Haji Awang Badaruddin During the visit, the Second Minister of Defence highlighted be further strengthened in the years ahead. He also wished issues and matters of common interest. bin Pengarah Dato Paduka Haji Awang Othman, Minister of Religious Affairs with His the friendly defence relations between Brunei Darussalam His Excellency all the best and great success in his future Excellency Cho Won-myung, outgoing Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of The Farewell visit held at the Dhiyafah Room, the Republic of Korea to Brunei Darussalam. and the Republic of Korea, where both sides interact regularly undertakings. Level 5 of the new annex building at MoRA. through professional exchanges, visits, as well as goodwill ship
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has declined up to three percent annually, while new cases have TOKYO, Japan, April 14 - Brunei Darussalam signed a also dropped up to two percent annually, in which 22 million Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in healthcare in Tokyo, patients have recovered after undergoing a systematic treatment, Japan. which is the Directly-Observed Therapy Short Course, as well as Signing on behalf of the Government of His Majesty Sultan the implementation of the STOP TB strategy, as suggested by Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum the World Health Organization. Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Doctor Hajah Norhayati explains that Tuberculosis disease, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam was Yang known as Tibi, is a type of infectious disease caused by bacterial Berhormat Dato Paduka Doctor Haji Mohd. Isham bin Jaafar, germs called Mycobacterium Tuberculosis which affects the the Minister of Health and signing on behalf of His Excellency respiratory tract and lungs. According to her, among the factors Katsunobu Kato, the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare of that can contribute to the increased risk of Tuberculosis disease Japan. are malnutrition, congestion and imperfect air circulation. She The MoU covered the development of human resource by said, in this country, the number of new cases of Tuberculosis providing training in healthcare services; exchange and sharing disease in 2017 has dropped to 238 cases with a rate of 56.3 of information and experience on the basis and healthcare per 100,000 residents in the country compared to the year 2000 system; introduction to the latest treatment in the medical where the rate of incidence of this disease was 91.9 per 100,000 and pharmaceutical fields; and medical tools and exchange residents in the country. of information on its regulations and other matters of mutual Yang Berhormat Dato Paduka Doctor Awang Haji Md. Isham bin Haji Jaafar, “This amount includes 25 percent of cases of Tuberculosis Minister of Health (right), as the Guest of Honour at the World Tuberculosis agreement. Day 2018 event held at the Al’Afiah Hall, Ministry of Health. disease identified among foreign workers residing in the country. Also present Kamilah binti Haji Mohd. Hanifah, the Alhamdulillah there were no deaths caused by TB in 2016,” she Ambassador of Brunei Darussalam to Japan and Doctor Haji BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, April 3 - The World Health said. Zulaidi bin Haji Abdul Latif, Deputy Permanent Secretary Organization (WHO) has stated that nine million new active TB Present as the Guest of Honour at the event was Yang (Professional) at the Ministry of Health. cases have been diagnosed and about 1.3 million global deaths Berhormat Dato Paduka Doctor Awang Haji Md. Isham bin were caused by TB, including 0.4 million deaths from TB-HIV Haji Jaafar, the Minister of Health. The event was organised recorded in 2017. by the Environmental Health Service, Ministry of Health. The Yang Berhormat Dato Paduka Doctor Haji Mohd. Isham bin Jaafar, The matter, among others, was explained by Doctor main purpose of the event was to raise public awareness of the the Minister of Health, signing on behalf of the Government of Hajah Norhayati binti Haji Md. Kassim, Acting Director of the signs of Tuberculosis disease and health screening for high-risk His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah Environmental Health Service, in her welcoming speech at the individuals and to observe regular treatments. ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi World Tuberculosis Day 2018, held at the Al’Afiah Hall, Ministry Also present were the members of Legislative Councils, Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam. of Health. Permanent Secretaries, Deputy Permanent Secretaries and She explained that the overall rate of mortality of Tuberculosis directors. 382 receive Retirement Certificates
Handle Non-Communicable Diseases more effectively BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, April 4 - A total of 382 officers and staff who retired in October 2015 to December 2017, and integratively including the officers and employees of the Department of Energy and Industry BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, April 7 - Al-’Afiah Hall, Ministry of Health. rewarding to overcome it, as well as were celebrated at the Retirement Medical and health services provided by However, he said, the number of setup and preparation in the face of any Certificate Presentation Ceremony held at the Government of His Majesty Sultan patient visiting the Chronic Diseases situation. the Banquet Hall of the Prime Minister’s Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Clinic, those who had cases of Non- “The Government of His Majesty Office. Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan Communicable Diseases such as Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Present as guest of honour to present of Brunei Darussalam can be obtained Diabetes, hypertension or high blood Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan the certificates and token of appreciation through four hospitals in each district; 14 pressure and high cholesterol have of Brunei Darussalam as we are well was Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Paduka Health Centres, three Health Clinics, 17 increased from more than 69 thousand in aware, makes it of high importance Haji Awang Abdul Mokti bin Haji Mohd Mother and Child Clinics, three Mobile 2015 to almost 77 thousand in 2017. that the healthcare of the citizens and Daud, the Minister at the Prime Minister’s Services Clinics and two Flying Medical “This clearly shows that the growing residents in this country which is seen as Office. Service Clinics, which clearly shows burden on non-communicable diseases a priceless investment in generating the Also present was Dato Paduka Seri the government’s efforts to bring health in the country needs to be addressed in a well-being of the people and the nation’s Haji Mohd. Jammy bin Haji Muhd Shah services to the citizens andresidents of more effective and an integrated manner,” development towards becoming more Al-Islam, The Commissioner of Police. the country. he said. productive and resilient,” he added. Awang Mohd Riza bin Dato Paduka The overall statistics shows that the Aside from the growing burden of The Minister of Health also Haji Mohd Yunos, Permanent Secretary at total of patients visiting the Basic Health Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), emphasised the importance of the Prime Minister’s Office who is also the Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Paduka Haji Awang Abdul Mokti bin Haji Mohd Daud, Minister at the Prime Care Service in the last three years has new infectious diseases, even the re- implementing a Whole of Nation Minister’s Office presenting a certificate to one of the officers and staff who retired in October 2015 to Chairman of the event said, the ceremony decreased to 350,000 - 40,000 patients a emergence of old infectious diseases, Approach in health care by calling on December 2017, including the officers and employees of the Department of Energy and Industry. was a show of appreciation to the retired year. also threaten the stability of a country’s stakeholders, including government and officers and staff for their service and Darussalam’s titah (royal speech) during who had devoted their time and energy The statistics show that there healthcare services. non-government agencies, grassroots contribution towards efficient government the opening of the first meeting of the throughout their tenure in the public has been a slight decrease in patient In addition, he said, the rapid leaders and all individuals from all walks services including upholding the initiative 14th Session of the Legislative Council for service, especially towards the Prime attendance, due to the introduction of the development of medical and health of life in the country to cooperate and towards Wawasan Brunei 2035. this year which highlighted that the nation Minister’s Office and its departments. Self-Certified Sick Leave in 2016 and the technologies along with increasingly provide solid support, to engage actively He added that in order to strengthen must consolidate its resources towards Attending the event were Permanent Appointment System at Health Centres. knowledgeable and informative population and to equally promote health, especially the country’s socio-economic stability, the the growth of the Gross Domestic Product Secretaries, Deputy Permanent Yang Berhormat Dato Paduka Doctor also pose additional challenges. in the practice of healthy living, and government requires solid support from its (GDP). Secretaries, Heads of Department as well Awang Haji Md. Isham bin Haji Jaafar, The Minister of Health emphasises appreciate the services available, and to citizens and residents. In line with the theme ‘Majlis Bakti as officers and personnel of the Prime the Minister of Health, emphasised the that this diversity of challenges requires use them properly. He said, this is in line with His Majesty Biskita Dikenang’, the ceremony was held Minister’s Office and its departments. matter in a speech delivered at the World us to make new approaches that are the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei in honour of the officers and personnel Health Day Celebration 2018 held at more efficient, proactive, innovative and
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Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Paduka Haji Awang Abdul Mokti bin Haji Mohd. Daud, Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) received a courtesy call from:
His Excellency Mehmet Suat Akgun, Ambassador Extraordinary and Her Excellency Yang Jian, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Turkey to Brunei Darussalam on April 18. the People’s Republic of China to Brunei Darussalam on April 18.
From page 22 The courtesy calls were held at the Office of the Minister at the PMO, PMO Building.
His Excellency Mehmet Suat Akgun, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Turkey to Brunei Darussalam on April 18.
His Excellency Cho Won-myung, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Korea to Brunei Darussalam on April 18.
UTB responsible for producing STEM graduates
TUNGKU LINK, April 12 – In an era where economies are increasingly shifting from resource-based to knowledge- based, quality of education is of prime importance. Yang Berhormat Dato Paduka His Excellency Datuk Ghulam Jelani bin Khanizaman, the High Commissioner Her Excellency Caterina Ventura, the High Commissioner of Canada to Brunei Awang Haji Hamzah bin Haji Sulaiman, of Malaysia to Brunei Darussalam on April 10. Darussalam on April 10. the Minister of Education, said that Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) as one of the leading engineering, science and technology universities in the country, has a major role to play in producing highly skilled graduates in the domains of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM. “STEM graduates can drive the economic growth of a nation,” stated the Minister as Guest of Honour at the official launching of the Crown Prince CIPTA Award 2019 competition at The Empire Hotel & Country Club. The Minister said, at the moment, we need more students with ‘STEAM’ background to enter higher education institutions. The alphabet ‘A’ in STEAM stands for Art. Incorporating art into STEM can His Excellency Motohiko Kato, Ambassador Extraordinary His Excellency Lim Hong Huai, High Commissioner of the Republic of and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Brunei Darussalam on Singapore to Brunei Darussalam on April 11. strengthen learning and problem-solving Yang Berhormat Dato Paduka Awang Haji Hamzah bin Haji Sulaiman, the Minister of Education as guest April 11. capabilities and encourage students to of honour during touring the exhibition. think outside the box. Continue on page 23 Continue on page 24
22 BRUNEI DARUSSALAM NEWSLETTER April 2018 April 2018 BRUNEI DARUSSALAM NEWSLETTER 23 News From page 23 speech said, the competition is a partnership with Brunei LNG Sdn Bhd as He added that, in the context of CIPTA, platform for talented individuals to make the sponsor, where it is held every two a system of support can be created so the creation and innovation of the latest years since it was founded in 2005. that any idea that has commercialisation high-quality products that can contribute The CIPTA Award 2019 competition potential can be IP-protected and towards the betterment of society and has three main categories, namely Local developed further to the point that it can economic growth. Categories, Smart Junior Competition be marketed. She said, the theme for this year’s and Asean Categories. While Professor Doctor Hajah Zohrah CIPTA Award ‘Industry 4.0: Convergence The competition is open to all binti Haji Sulaiman, the Vice-Chancellor of of Innovation’, is based on mega trends, schools, technical and tertiary academic UTB and Chairperson of the CIPTA 2019 which is the fourth industrial revolution. institutions, government and private Executive Committee in her welcoming CIPTA was organised by UTB in organisations and the general public.
Launching Ceremony of ‘INTEGRATED NATIONAL EDUCATION INFORMATION SYSTEM’ (iNEIS™) and iNEIS™ Mobile Attendance Application
The purpose of iNEIS™ is to practices and processes have been streamline and transform the Ministry of adopted and being made to become an Education business processes to support on-going schedule running simultaneously its current needs to implement, monitor with systems in real-time. iNEIS™ and measure SPN 21 as well as improving Helpdesk service and Online Portal have its operational functions. With the been set up at Ministry of Education as a implementation of iNEIS™, the Ministry central support and resolution frontline for aims to significantly improve operational iNEIS™ users from Ministry and Schools. visibility, efficiency and productivity, and A team consists of Ministry personnel provide better services to schools and and technical resources have been tasked Ministry stakeholders. to manage and maintain the system with In the course of the project scheduled activities and regular service implementation, Project Steering reports. Over the years, the system Committee was updated of the overall has been fine-tuned and now extended status of the project on a monthly basis. to include mobile access channel with With experienced project management, specific processes being pioneered change management, subject matter and deployed as mobile application for experts, technical specialists, the iNEIS™. Project Management Committee worked During the launch, a video clip collaboratively, intuitively and strategically showed invited guests and school leaders to manage and drive this project forward the benefits of using iNEIS™ and its new with strong momentum and determination. initiative of the launching of its mobile As of 5th January 2015, iNEIS™ attendance application. achieved “Go-Live” status for 161 Primary Also in attendance were the Head of Acting Permanent Secretary Dr. Haji Azman bin schools and Secondary schools under the Departments, School Leaders from all Ahmad during the launching. Ministry of Education across all districts. government primary schools, Head of To date, there are around five Clusters, officers from the Department BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, May 29 - A thousand school teachers being selected of Information and Communication and ceremony to launch the ‘INTEGRATED and attended various types of training Technology. NATIONAL EDUCATION INFORMATION and workshop sessions. Selected best SYSTEM (iNEIS™) AND iNEIS™ MOBILE ATTENDANCE APPLICATION’ was held this afternoon at Dewan Utama Jabatan Perkembangan Kurikulum, Ministry of Education. The launching ceremony was organised by the Department of Information and Communication and Technology, Ministry of Education. Present as the Guest of Honour was Yang Mulia Dr Haji Azman bin Ahmad, Acting Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education. Yang Mulia Dr. Habibah The ceremony began with the Binti Haji Sion, Acting recitation of Surah Al-Fatihah and a Director of Information and Communication and welcoming speech by the Chairperson of Technology, giving her the Launching Ceremony, Yang Mulia Dr. welcoming speech. Habibah Binti Haji Sion, Acting Director of Information and Communication and Technology.
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