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In Audience with Chief of Defence Forces, Royal Thai Armed ForcesHis 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, received in audience His Excellency General Ukris Boontanondha, Chief of Defence Forces, Royal Thai Armed Forces. The Audience Ceremony took place at Istana Nurul Iman, 25th June afternoon.
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Official Visit by Chief of Defence ForcesHis Excellency General Ukris Boontanondha, Chief of Defence Forces, Royal Thai Armed Forces is in Brunei Darussalam for an official visit from the 25th to 27th of June. The Ministry of Defence, 25th June morning, received an introductory visit from His Excellency General Ukris Boontanondha. His Excellency's arrival was welcomed by Major General Dato Paduka Seri Haji Muhammad Haszaimi bin Bol Hassan, Commander of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces, RBAF.
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Launching of CIPTA Award 2027The aspirations embodied in CIPTA are closely aligned with Wawasan Brunei 2035, which envisions a nation recognised for its educated and highly skilled people, a high quality of life, and a dynamic and sustainable economy. The matter was emphasised by the Minister of Education during The Launching of the CIPTA Award 2027. The Ceremony was held at Balai Khazanah Islam Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, 25th June morning. Yang Berhormat Datin Seri Setia Doctor Dayang Hajah Romaizah binti HAJI MOHD Salleh as Chairperson of the Universiti Teknologi Brunei Council added Innovation does not happen in isolation, it thrives through collaboration and the collective efforts of governments, academia, industry, and communities.
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Thematic Network Annual MeetingTo advance regional cooperation in ICT management, digital transformation, and governance of artificial intelligence AI in higher education, Universiti Brunei Darussalam, UBD, hosted the 2nd ASEAN University Network – Digital Transformation Thematic Network Annual Meeting, AUN Dx. The meeting reflected UBD's efforts in the field of ICT, having integrated generative AI into the campus curriculum, research and policy, with a digital transformation roadmap for its future development. The two-day meeting was held at UBD.
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23rd ASEAN Senior Officials' Meeting Responsible for InformationASEAN member countries are urged to fortify its defences against the rapid proliferation of fake news, digital scams, and unchecked misinformation. Awang Ajman bin Haji Meludin, the Permanent Secretary for Civil Service Governance at the Prime Minister's Office said the matter during the 23rd ASEAN Senior Officials' Meeting Responsible for Information, SOMRI. The meeting was attended by senior officials responsible for information from ASEAN member countries and the ASEAN Secretariat. Organised by the Prime Minister's Office, the meeting took place at a hotel in the capital.
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Al-Qur'an Reading Musabaqah Prize Presentation CeremonyThe Mosque Affairs Department, Ministry of Religious Affairs held a prize presentation ceremony for Al-Qur'an Reading Musabaqah for Mosques, Suraus and Religious Halls Nationwide. The competition is divided into two categories, namely Category A for participants aged 40 to 54 and Category B for participants aged 55 and above. Held in conjunction with the Hijrah New Year Celebration, the ceremony took place at the Muhammad Jamalul Alam Mosque, Kuala Belait, 25th June morning.
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Launching of EV Charging InfrastructureMoving towards a sustainable transition, NBT (Brunei) Sdn Bhd and Brunei Shell Marketing Sdn Bhd, BSM have launched a new electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. Held at the Lexus showroom in Gadong, the event coincided with the launching of the first battery electric vehicle.
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Launching of BMW Destination Charging StationAnother milestone was reached in the expansion of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in the country with the launch of the first BMW destination charging station. The ceremony was held at a shopping complex in Seria, 25th June morning.
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Policy Outreach and Exchange SeminarThe European Union, EU-Brunei Darussalam Partnership Facility held the Policy Outreach & Exchange Seminar on Strengthening Climate Resilience through Ocean Health and the Protection of Marine Life and Habitats. Held in conjunction with the Brunei Mid-Year Conference and Exhibition, MYCE, the seminar conducted by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry took place at Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, 25th June morning. The seminar aimed to maintain the integrity of the country's coastal and marine ecosystems, while further strengthening its position as a preserved natural destination while supporting sustainable economic opportunities for future generations.
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Mangrove Sapling Planting ActivityParticipants of the Outreach and Policy Exchange Seminar participated in a mangrove sapling planting activity at the AKAR Carbon Project site in Serasa Beach, 25th June afternoon. The initiative, led by the Poni Foundation in collaboration with ASTARI, focused on nature-based restoration approaches, community livelihoods and blue carbon financing.
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