His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam ended a four-day State Visit to Malaysia with the fervent hope that close ties can be maintained through an exchange of visits.
His Majesty and Her Majesty Raja Isteri Pg Anak Hjh Saleha's last State Visit to Malaysia was in 1997, while His Majesty Yang Di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin and Her Majesty Raja Permaisuri Agong Tuanku Fauziah visited Brunei Darussalam in August 2002.
His Majesty ended the State Visit with a farewell audience yesterday afternoon at Istana Negara in Kuala Lumpur, making a courtesy call to His Majesty Yang Di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin and Her Majesty Raja Permaisuri Agong Tuanku Fauziah.
Also present at the ceremony were Her Royal Highness Princess Hajah Amal Umi Kalthum Al-Islam, Malaysia's Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi and Datin Seri Endon, the Deputy Prime Minister and wife as well as other cabinet ministers, RTB reported.
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.
Princess Azemah did date a non-muslim from Brunei for a couple of years before she went to Uk for her studies. Well I think the Sultan is strict with both his sons and daughters, all he wants is what's best for them I guess, not to get hurt and all, from a dad's point of view that is.
Science College students visit Jerudong Prison, Rumah Al-Islah
By Azaraimy & Hj Minor Absah
Forty-nine students from Maktab Sains Paduka Seri Begawan Sultan, including Her Royal Highness Paduka Seri Pg Anak Isteri Pg Anak Sarah, made trips yesterday to Jerudong Prison and Rumah Al-Islah in Muara.
The visits were to provide the Upper Sixth Formers with more knowledge on current issues which are included in their General Paper syllabus of Drugs and Antibiotics.
Amongst the students were members of the Science College's newly established Basmida called A'DruMS (Anti-Drugs Maktab Sains Club) who were interested to see rehabilitation centres in the Sultanate.
The group was greeted at Jerudong Prison by its Director Hj Ahmad Hj Dullah. They were given a briefing there by Officer Hj Zainal Hj Ismail on its functions and roles.
They were then taken to visit several of its male and female divisions before seeing a caning demonstration and inmates' handicraft products. In the afternoon, the students visited Al-Islah in Muara, where they were briefed by Officer Hj Mohd Sigie Al-Islam Uja on the institution's functions and roles. They also witnessed first-hand daily activities and programmes as well as its facilities and amenities.
Photo captions:
1. HRH visits the divisions of Jerudong Prison.
2. HRH Paduka Seri Pg Anak Isteri Pg Anak Sarah presented with a souvenir.
3.HRH looking at the inmates' handicraft products
4. Her Royal Highness signing a guest book.
Princess Azemah did date a non-muslim from Brunei for a couple of years before she went to Uk for her studies. Well I think the Sultan is strict with both his sons and daughters, all he wants is what's best for them I guess, not to get hurt and all, from a dad's point of view that is.
mmhmm, I think his name was Kieran. His dad works in ubd, right? Mum a caucasian? And Fadzillah, on the other hand, had briefly dated a chinese while she was still studying in MS.
Hey, I heard Fadz had a liposuction and so did Bey Muntassir and his wife. You know anything about it, Alfie?
mmhmm, I think his name was Kieran. His dad works in ubd, right? Mum a caucasian? And Fadzillah, on the other hand, had briefly dated a chinese while she was still studying in MS.
Hey, I heard Fadz had a liposuction and so did Bey Muntassir and his wife. You know anything about it, Alfie?
Yes! you are right Dang Ayah his name is Kieran. I don't know that Fadzilllah had a liposuction. But yes I do know that Bey Muntassir and his wife did have a one.
Yes! you are right Dang Ayah his name is Kieran. I don't know that Fadzilllah had a liposuction. But yes I do know that Bey Muntassir and his wife did have a one.
Fadzillah had lipo? How old is she?? I wonder did she ever think to hire a personal trainer and dietician and try some good old-fashioned Exercise and Diet!
Royalty at PRYNSA award ceremony
By Helena M. Mahathir
The Royal Patron of the Princess Rashidah Young Nature Scientist Award (PRYNSA), Her Royal Highness Princess Hajah Rashidah Sa'adatul Bolkiah, graced yesterday the award ceremony for the seventh edition of PRYNSA.
The ceremony took place at the Dewan Setia Pahlawan, Ministry of Industry and Primary Resources Building.
Also in attendance were the Minister of Industry and Primary Resources, Pehin Dato Awang Haji Abd Rahman and the Acting Permanent Secretary, Awg Hj Mohd Zain, as well as foreign dignitaries and senior government officials.
A welcoming speech was given by Awg Hj Saidin bin Salleh, Director of Forestry and Chairman of the organising committee, who urged current and future PRYNSA participants to grab every opportunity that comes to them through the programme, as the programme involves considerable amount of time and money that should never be taken for granted.
Awg Hj Saidin highlighted the good values that can be enhanced by participation in PRYNSA such as self-confidence, leadership, courage and teamwork. "These are some of the good values that our future generation must have for the development of our economic, social and environmental benefit in the future," he said.
For this year's PRYNSA, a total of 24 schools had submitted their project proposals. Out of this number, only the top five were chosen to compete in yesterday's final presentation.
The finalists were Pengiran Jaya Negara Pg Hj Abu Bakar Secondary School, Sayyiddina Ali Secondary School, Pengiran Anak Puteri Hajah Rashidah Sa'adatul Bolkiah Secondary School, PDS School and Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien College.
The announcement of the top three teams was made shortly after the completion of the final presentation.
HRH Princess Hajah Rashidah Sa'adatul Bolkiah consented to present the winners with their prizes - PDS School came in first place, followed by Sayyiddina Ali Secondary School in second and Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien College in third.
The winning team received a cash prize of $3,000 and the challenge trophy, while the runner-up and second runner-up received $2,000 and $1,000, respectively.
HRH Princess Hajah Rashidah Sa'adatul Bolkiah then viewed a mini exhibition put up by the students.
PRYNSA was first organised in 1997 and is supported by Brunei Shell Petroleum Company Sdn Bhd (BSP).
PRYNSA competition is open to all secondary schools and aims to nurture excellence among the younger generation especially in the field of natural sciences.
The five finalists carried out their fieldwork during the school holidays, while the written reports were judged by a panel of judges led by the Forestry Department.
The judging panel is made up of experts, both international and local, in the various fields of natural sciences.
Red carpet welcome for Pakistan PM
By Azlan Othman
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz and wife Begum Rukhsana Aziz were given a red carpet welcome when they arrived in the country yesterday for a two-day official visit.
Present at the airport to greet the Pakistani premier and spouse were His Royal Highness Prince Hj Sufri Bolkiah and Datin Hjh Faizah.
The Pakistani premier is leading a high-level delegation, which includes Food and Agriculture Minister Sikandar Hayat Khan Bosan, Industries and Production Minister Jahangir Khan Tareen, Information Technology and Telecommunication Minister Awis Ahmed Khan Leghari, and Labour Manpower and Overseas Pakistanis Minister Ghulam Sarwar Khan.
Other officials in the delegation are Ports and Shipping Minister Babar Khan Ghauri, Science and Technology Minister Ch. Nouraiz Shakoor Khan, Tourism Minister Sayid Ghazi Gulab Jamal, Minister of State of Economic Affairs Hina Rabbani Khar, and Minister of State of Interior Shahzad Waseem.
Shaukat Aziz and wife, accompanied by HRH Prince Hj Sufri Bolkiah and Datin Hjh Faizah, then proceeded to the dais to receive a royal salute. Brunei and Pakistani national anthems were played followed by an inspection of the guard of honour by the Pakistani premier.
Shaukat Aziz was also introduced to the Speaker of the Legislative Council, Cabinet Ministers, Deputy Ministers, Commander of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces, Acting High Commissioner of the Police Force, Head of Foreign Missions, and Permanent Secretaries at the Prime Minister's Office.
His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam and Her Majesty Raja Isteri Pg Anak Hjh Saleha later granted an audience to the Pakistani prime minister and wife.
Also present at the audience were His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah the Crown Prince, HRH Paduka Seri Pengiran Anak Isteri Pengiran Anak Sarah, HRH Prince Haji Sufri Bolkiah, Datin Hjh Faizah, HRH Princess Hjh Rashidah Sa'adatul Bolkiah, and Pengiran Maharaja Setia Laila DiRaja Sahibul Irshad Pengiran Anak Hj Abdul Rahim.
Shaukat Aziz also met with the business community in the country, made a call to Minister of Education Pehin Dato Haji Awang Abdul Aziz bin Pehin Dato Haji Awang Umar, held a discussion and briefing with the Brunei Investment Agency chairman.
Meanwhile, Begum Rukhsana Aziz visited the Royal Regalia and Brunei Museum as well as met with prominent Bruneian and Pakistani women yesterday.
The couple will meet the Pakistani community today.
His Majesty grants audience to Prime Minister of Pakistan, Mr Shaukat Aziz. Photos: Rudolf Portillo
Her Majesty with Mdm Begum Rukhsana (right), and HRH Paduka Seri Pengiran Anak Isteri Pengiran Anak Sarah (C).
His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam and Her Majesty Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha yesterday consented to grant an audience to the visiting Prime Minister of Pakistan, Mr Shaukat Aziz and his spouse Mdm Begum Rukhsana.
Also present at the audience were His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah the Crown Prince, HRH Paduka Seri Pengiran Anak Isteri Pengiran Anak Sarah, HRH Prince Haji Sufri Bolkiah and Datin Hjh Faizah, HRH Princess Hjh Rashidah Sa'adatul Bolkiah and Pengiran Maharaja Setia Laila DiRaja Sahibul Irshad Pengiran Anak Hj Abdul Rahim.
Receiving Mr Shaukat Aziz and his wife on arrival was the Grand Chamberlain, Pg Penggawa Laila Bentara Istiadat Diraja Dalam Istana Pg Hj Alauddin who then led them to the Ceradi, Laila Kenchana of the Istana Nurul Iman, for the royal audience where His and Her Majesties grants the joint audience.
The Pakistani delegation included the Minister for Food & Agriculture, Minister for Industries & Production, Minister for Information Technology & Telecommunication, Minister for Labour, Manpower & Overseas Pakistanis, Minister for Ports and Shipping, Minister for Science & Technology, Minister for Tourism, Minister of State Economic Affairs and Minister of State for Interior.
Also in the delegation were other senior officials from the Pakistani government as well as prominent businessmen. Also present during the joint audience were the Pakistan High Commissioner to Brunei, Major (Rtd) Badr-Ud-Deen and spouse. From the audience, His Majesty and the Pakistani Prime Minister proceeded to another room for a four-eye meeting.
those are very nice pics BOLK, when and where were they taken?
somewhere in Brunei where they participated with somekind of marathon. I think P. Azeemah has her father features and mom's skin, perfect combination, and Prince Azim, why is he always dress like that???? kind of "feverish" look ......
The Queen always dresses like that.
The Crown Princess's outfits are refreshing though. Thankfully she dresses simpler and more appropriate for her age.
By Azaraimy & Hj Minor Absah
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