Royalty of Brunei: News & Photos 4

[Humera]

Originally Posted by Saba

Humera, Thank you for all the photos you post throughout the board, I enjoy very much seeing the pictures.

This couple has most likely had a battery of genetic testing, the means of which are unlimited. Perhaps the results of such testing confirm that the odds are in their favor.

Genetic testing has advanced significantly over the years and would be easy to do in this family.

In relation to the subject of intermarriage, Prince Salman of Saudi Arabia says:

"There is always the element that says 'you don't want to touch it,' " said Prince Salman bin Sultan, chairman of the Prince Salman Center for Disability Research. But that, he said, is no longer possible or wise. The effects of intermarriage will be part of a comprehensive disability study that the center expects to complete in coming months, and international groups including the World Health Organization are trying to help develop policies to address the issue.”

Saba

you're welcome saba:)
its interesting you brought up the genetic testing issue. I have an Iranian friend whose brother is supposed to marry a cousin. The couple has to go to a doctor first and get their blood tested and everything to make sure that any potential offspring will be healthy. But I think that intermarriage becomes dangerous particularly when there's too much of it. Like with the Bruneian royals. I think that it is misleading too because the fact that it isnt forbidden in Islam leads people to think they can do it as much as possible. Eventhough intermarriage is not encouraged in the Islamic tradition. I believe the Prophet himself encouraged his followers to marry outside their families.

[Humera]

Originally Posted by alfie

Apparently Princess Majeedah and Princess Hafizah do have commoner boyfriends but are very unlikely to marry them. A few of the malaysian royals were introduced but weren't approved. Sorry I don't know why. Actually Princess Mutawakillah, 2nd oldest daughter of Sultan is supposed to get married 1st before Princess Majeedah but apparently refused to and is furthering studies aboard. A few years ago she was suppose to marry a distant cousin of hers but it did'nt work out, apparently he was to 'girlish', they even went on holiday together to get to know one another.

you know it would be interesting to see who Princesses Azemah and Fadzillah marry. The spend so much time in London with their mother.
I didnt know Majeedah and Hafizah had boyfriends. If they're from good families then I dont see why they cant marry them.
Is it just me or is the sultan more strict about who his daughters marry? as opposed to his sons I mean.

[Dang Ayah]

I found a few of my dad's invitation cards from Princess Rashidah's wedding in 1996. We kept them for 8 years, you can see the paper's oxidised a bit! Just thought you guys might be interested... The guests' souvenirs from that wedding were cooler than the ones from the crown prince's wedding.. hehehe!Here's a scan of the invitation to the Majlis Istiadat Bersuruh Diraja.
The other invitations look similar except the date and the dress code of course!

[Saba]

Originally Posted by ~*~Humera~*~

you're welcome saba:)
its interesting you brought up the genetic testing issue. I have an Iranian friend whose brother is supposed to marry a cousin. The couple has to go to a doctor first and get their blood tested and everything to make sure that any potential offspring will be healthy. But I think that intermarriage becomes dangerous particularly when there's too much of it. Like with the Bruneian royals. I think that it is misleading too because the fact that it isnt forbidden in Islam leads people to think they can do it as much as possible. Eventhough intermarriage is not encouraged in the Islamic tradition. I believe the Prophet himself encouraged his followers to marry outside their families.

Many societies some Islamic some not practice intermarriage between close relatives and/or among tribes of people that know one another closely. The Islamic World League of Saudi Arabia has addressed this issue and the ethical debate continues. Persons that intermarry often live in a society where social lives are restricted, populations small and access to others is limited. In some societies intermarrying was practiced to consolidate power and protect inheritances.

It has taken generations for the genetic consequences of intermarrying to be talked about openly. Science and genetic studies have proven the spread of genetic diseases suffered from marrying close in the bloodline. Most people given the opportunity to test for genetic risks would say no a marriage where the risks were too high. I have read that “Among more educated Saudis, marrying relatives has become less common and younger generations have begun to pull away from the practice.”

Having been tested for generic diseases could very well be part of the explanation why there are some older unmarried children in many royal families. It wouldn’t be surprising if some of them never married, not just in Brunei.

[Saba]

Originally Posted by ~*~Humera~*~

you know it would be interesting to see who Princesses Azemah and Fadzillah marry. The spend so much time in London with their mother.
I didnt know Majeedah and Hafizah had boyfriends. If they're from good families then I dont see why they cant marry them.
Is it just me or is the sultan more strict about who his daughters marry? as opposed to his sons I mean.

If those daughters carry genes that have a high risk of a child being born with life threatening disease, a man may not be willing to marry her and vice versa for the male carriers. As people become more aware of the risks within a family those from outside are just as cautious when considering marrying into a family.

[Humera]

Originally Posted by Saba

If those daughters carry genes that have a high risk of a child being born with life threatening disease, a man may not be willing to marry her and vice versa for the male carriers. As people become more aware of the risks within a family those from outside are just as cautious when considering marrying into a family.

oh yes ofcourse. But the Sultan's wife and ex-wife aren't related to him as far as Im aware. Which is why I dont think his daughters are in any danger of outsiders rejecting them or being cautious. It is the lower ranks within the family which are of more concern. Like Prince Muhammad. His son, Prince Qawi, is very good looking but as you can tell from what everyone's been discussing, his parents are the siblings of the Sultan and the Queen. Which is why there is concern about Princess Majeedah marrying Qawi.
She's a very attractive woman and seems like the intellectual type. I hope for her sake that everything works out for her.

[Humera]

His Majesty and Her Majesty have separate itineraries on their state visit to Malaysia

His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Muizaddin Wadaullah, the Sultan and Yang DiPertuan of Brunei Darussalam, and Her Majesty Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha, continued with their programs as part of Their Majesties's state visit to Malaysia.

His Majesty on Friday morning consented to tour the Malaysian National Service Programme's Setia Ikhlas Camp in Ulu Semenyih in Selangor. His Majesty was greeted by His Highness Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj, the Sultan of Selangor; and the Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dato Seri Mohd Najib; the

Chief Minister of Selangor, Dato Seri Doctor Khir Toyo; and other senior government officers from the Malaysian Ministry of Defence and the National Service Programme.

After inspecting the guard-of-honour, His Majesty consented to watch a demonstration of an unarmed combat by 64 members of the National Service, and signed a plaque to mark the visit. The National Service training programme was established to instill communal solidarity as well as national integration, besides enhancing the spirit of patriotism among youths. To date, some 170 -thousand trainees have undergone the programme.

In the afternoon, His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam performed the Friday Prayer at the Federal Territory Mosque in Kuala Lumpur together with His Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda Yang Di-pertuan Agung of Malaysia. From the Federal Territory Mosque, His Majesty the Sultan and Yang

Di-pertuan of Brunei Darussalam and His Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda Yang Di-Pertuan Agong consented to proceed to the Istana Negara for a luncheon.

The close relationship between the two leaders portrayed the intimacy of the royal families of both countries. His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam views the relations between Brunei and Malaysia as a close family relation that has been long established. Meanwhile in a separate itinerary, Her Majesty the Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha toured the National Planetarium in Kuala Lumpur. The Planetarium is one of the tourist attractions which offer its visitors a better understanding of space. Apart from exhibiting some interesting features in the field of astronomy, it is also serves as a Science Space Research Centre. The royal entourage also included Her RoyalHighness Princess Hajah Amal Umi Kalthum Al-Islam.

In the afternoon, Her Majesty the Raja Isteri proceeded to the Istana Melawati in Putrajaya for a luncheon. The function was hosted by Her Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda Raja Permaisuri Agong. Also present were Her Royal Highness Princess Hajah Amal Umi Kalthum Al-Islam, the wife of the Malaysian Prime Minister, Datin Sri Endon,Tun Doctor Siti Hasmah and several wives of Malaysian cabinet ministers. Besides giving them opportunity to hold discussions, the exchange of visit also foster good relationship towards effort in developing the country.

[Humera]

The two monarchs perform Friday Prayers - April 29 ,2005

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April 29, 2005 - Luncheon at the Royal Palace

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The two Queens at a luncheon - April 29

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Queen Saleha tours the National Planetarium in Kuala Lumpur

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more pictures....

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reception....

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Originally Posted by Dang Ayah

I found a few of my dad's invitation cards from Princess Rashidah's wedding in 1996. We kept them for 8 years, you can see the paper's oxidised a bit! Just thought you guys might be interested... The guests' souvenirs from that wedding were cooler than the ones from the crown prince's wedding.. hehehe!Here's a scan of the invitation to the Majlis Istiadat Bersuruh Diraja.
The other invitations look similar except the date and the dress code of course!

thanx for those scans Dang Ayah.
You wouldn't happen to have pictures of Princess Rashidah's wedding would you? I have only seen one picture of her as a bride and would love to see more:)