The 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.
CIPTA 2027 is the eleventh edition of the biennial competition organised by UTB in partnership with Brunei LNG Sendirian Berhad. Also present were Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Muhammad Juanda bin Haji Abdul Rashid, Minister of Development and Deputy Chairperson of the UTB Council and Dato Seri Setia Doctor Awang Haji Norarfan bin Haji Zainal, Deputy Minister of Education.