This year's Annual General Meeting is coming up soon. Details below:
* Date: Friday 19 November 2010
* Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
* Place: SEAMEO VOCTECH, Gadong
All current members are required to attend. All former members are invited as well. If you cannot attend due to any circumstances (e.g. work, prior engagement), please do inform us via the regular contact numbers. Leaving a comment here is also ok. I can read it and won't publish it online, so you can leave your name as well. Do inform the other members as well. Please also inform us if you're coming as well.
We're also inviting His Excellency the Ambassador of Japan to Brunei Darussalam along with two embassy officials. At least three items are on the agenda, including.
* This website, specifically, a more suitable and permanent domain name.
I'll be SMS-ing the current and former BAJA members soon regarding this. I'll also send an email to any BAJA members' emails I have.
Thank you and hope to see you there. Cheers.
5ryn
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Friday, November 5, 2010
bruneiyouthnetworkinjapan.blogspot.com
This is a cool website, updated by the more recent Japan Alumni and those Bruneians still studying there. Their content has got quite a lot of nice info that I'ld like to copy, especially their Tips on living in Japan. Check it out here
5ryn
5ryn
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Continuing Education Department
Shin posted a comment in the Members' Backgrounds asking for this dept's number. Got if from a BJFA friend of mine. Thanks Naz. FYI, CED offers Japanese Language Courses. Their number is 2422493.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Regional Sister Organizations
Bon Voyage to the Youth Ship (SSEAYP) Participants
The 28 of them left Brunei by air yesterday in a ceremony attended by the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports, Dato Paduka Hj Jemat. Although they'll be gone for about two months, the ship won't be coming to Brunei's waters this year. Hopefully they'll come back to Brunei with a much broader view of ASEAN and Japan, and make our neighbours and friends want to know more about Brunei. Read more below.
28 Youths Embark On Journey Of Friendship Around Asean, Japan Brunei Times[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="600" caption="Culture, Youth and Sports Permanent Secretary, Dato Paduka Hj Jemat (R), handing over the national flag to Hjh Noor Maslina Hj Sulaiman, Sseayp Brunei National Leader prior to their departure yesterday, while Japanese Ambassador to Brunei Noriki Hirose (2nd R), looks on. Picture: BT/Rudolf Portillo"]
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Japan Ambassador Bids Farewell To Ssyeap Participants Brunei Times[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="200" caption="Japanese Ambassador, Noriki Hirose (R), speaking to delegates of the 25th Bruneian contingent for Ssyeap at the Japanese Embassy during a departure ceremony. Picture: BT/Koo Jin Shen"]
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5ryn
28 Youths Embark On Journey Of Friendship Around Asean, Japan Brunei Times[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="600" caption="Culture, Youth and Sports Permanent Secretary, Dato Paduka Hj Jemat (R), handing over the national flag to Hjh Noor Maslina Hj Sulaiman, Sseayp Brunei National Leader prior to their departure yesterday, while Japanese Ambassador to Brunei Noriki Hirose (2nd R), looks on. Picture: BT/Rudolf Portillo"]
[/caption]Japan Ambassador Bids Farewell To Ssyeap Participants Brunei Times[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="200" caption="Japanese Ambassador, Noriki Hirose (R), speaking to delegates of the 25th Bruneian contingent for Ssyeap at the Japanese Embassy during a departure ceremony. Picture: BT/Koo Jin Shen"]
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Saturday, October 2, 2010
Brunei-Japan News Feed Added
You can see it in the right-hand sidebar, below the recent posts widget. The effort was simpler than I assumed. WordPress feed widget is very versatile, hence extremely useful.
5ryn
5ryn
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Brunei student receives scholarship to study in Japan
A BRUNEIAN student has been given the opportunity to further her studies in Japan after being awarded the Japanese Government Scholarship.
Siti Shaniza Ismail will be leaving for Japan on Friday to pursue her Masters by research in International Business Management at the Kwansei Gakuin University, more specifically she will be doing research into the economy of Japan.
She said that she chose Japan to do her Masters degree because it is the leading country in business.
"I hope to learn something to help Brunei, develop changes and improve the economy," she said when asked what she hoped to bring back once she has completed the course.
While she said she was excited to be heading off to Japan for the first time, she was also nervous because of the language barrier and the difference in culture, especially the language.
However, Siti Shaniza will be undergoing a six month intensive Japanese language course at the Kobe International University before starting her course, which will help her to overcome the problem. She advised other students to not let the language be an obstacle to their dreams of studying abroad, especially in Japan, saying, "If your interested and you think you can do it, why not?"
Siti Shaniza said that she was surprised when she received the call earlier this year telling her she'd been awarded the scholarship as she felt there were many other applicants who were more qualified.
She shared that she loved travelling and having been sponsored to live in Japan for two years was a once in a lifetime opportunity that she was going to wholeheartedly embrace.
Since completing her degree in accounting in Australia, Siti Shaniza has been working for an audit firm in Brunei. She said that she felt there is always something more to learn and that was why she wanted to continue studying.
by Zareena Amiruddin
Brunei Times
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Siti Shaniza Ismail will be leaving for Japan on Friday to pursue her Masters by research in International Business Management at the Kwansei Gakuin University, more specifically she will be doing research into the economy of Japan.
She said that she chose Japan to do her Masters degree because it is the leading country in business.
"I hope to learn something to help Brunei, develop changes and improve the economy," she said when asked what she hoped to bring back once she has completed the course.
While she said she was excited to be heading off to Japan for the first time, she was also nervous because of the language barrier and the difference in culture, especially the language.
However, Siti Shaniza will be undergoing a six month intensive Japanese language course at the Kobe International University before starting her course, which will help her to overcome the problem. She advised other students to not let the language be an obstacle to their dreams of studying abroad, especially in Japan, saying, "If your interested and you think you can do it, why not?"
Siti Shaniza said that she was surprised when she received the call earlier this year telling her she'd been awarded the scholarship as she felt there were many other applicants who were more qualified.
She shared that she loved travelling and having been sponsored to live in Japan for two years was a once in a lifetime opportunity that she was going to wholeheartedly embrace.
Since completing her degree in accounting in Australia, Siti Shaniza has been working for an audit firm in Brunei. She said that she felt there is always something more to learn and that was why she wanted to continue studying.
by Zareena Amiruddin
Brunei Times
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
1st ever outside comment in our site :D
Carel asked us about places to learn Japanese Language in Brunei, other than the course on offer in UBD. Thanks Carel for the 'pecah telur'. *thumbs up*
http://bajabrunei.wordpress.com/about/baja-activities/#comment-6
Sryn
http://bajabrunei.wordpress.com/about/baja-activities/#comment-6
Sryn
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Omedetou Gozaimasu To Japanese Contest Victors
Bandar Seri Begawan - A Total of 16 participants displayed their speaking and presentation skills in Japanese yesterday as they competed against each other in the 24th Japanese Speech Contest 2010 held at the Civil Service Institute in Rimba.
The annual competition was organised by the Continuing Education Division (CED), Department of Technical Education, Ministry of Education in collaboration with the Embassy ofJapan.
Hjh Erie Abdullah, the event's chairperson in her remarks expressed hopes that the contest would educate the public, especially the youth, on the importance of learning a second language has become.
She went on to say that the ability to take on a second language did not only limit the
individual's ability to communicate with others in a different language, but also shows that they have greater divergence in thinking, greater creativity and connective development as compared to person who is "one lingual".
She also spoke of the importance of the contest in strengthening ties between Brunei and Japan.
"The 24th Japanese Speech Contest demonstrates the success of bilateral cooperation existing between these two countries as it will further strengthen the bond of friendship between the people of Brunei Darussalam and Japan," Hjh Erie said.
The contest was divided into three segments: Beginners level for those who are still new to the language; advance level for veterans of the Japanese language, and an open category for those who fall under Japanese language-formed groups from various institutions and organisations.
Rabi'atul Adawiyah Abu Bakar, champion in the advance level category of the contest shared with The Brunei Times her experience in learning Japanese.
"I started learning the language ever since I was in secondary school when I joined the Science College Sains Japanese Club," she said.
Rabi'atul Adawiyah is a student at the CED where she is able to continue her learning of the language.
Her winning speech entitled "Small Steps", focused on the wastage of electricity and how the attitude of not caring about it should not be tolerated.
"We had to come up with a topic and discuss it with out sensei a month before the contest so that we could practice our speeches and prepare ourselves individually," she said.
Rabi'atul Adawiyah confessed that she did not expect to win first place because she believed that she still lacked in the intonation of the language, but she hoped that with her prize of a free trip to Japan would help improve her weakness in the language and allow her to venture further.
First runner-up in the same category was Ak Ahmad Shafie Pg Abdul Rahman with his speech titled "Life", followed by Amalina Azimah Hj Sanny, in third place with the topic of her speech "Motivation to Learn Language".
Claiming first place in the beginner's level was Hj Muhammad Bukhari Hj Abd Rajid with his speech titled "Japanese TV Programmes in Brunei in the 90s", followed by "Parasite Single" presented by Nurul Naziah Hj Abdul Aziz, and in third place
was Irene Lim Wan Pheng with her "My Friends" speech.
In the open category, out of four participants ,only two were declared as winners. They were Nahimina Fairuz Abd Latif and Hernie Suliana Hj Othman with their speech titled "The Japanese Ganbari" and "See You Tomorrow", respectively.
All participants where judged by a panel of four representatives from the Japanese Embassy, who based their selection on the contents, pronunciation and presentation of each of the speeches presented.
Present as the guest of honour was Dr Hj Junaidi Hj Abd Rahman, Deputy Permanent Secretary (Higher Education), President of Brunei Japan Friendship Association (former Ambassador of Brunei Darussalam to Japan) Dato Paduka Hj Adnan Buntar.
-- Courtesy of The Brunei TImes
Via BruDirect
The annual competition was organised by the Continuing Education Division (CED), Department of Technical Education, Ministry of Education in collaboration with the Embassy ofJapan.
Hjh Erie Abdullah, the event's chairperson in her remarks expressed hopes that the contest would educate the public, especially the youth, on the importance of learning a second language has become.
She went on to say that the ability to take on a second language did not only limit the
individual's ability to communicate with others in a different language, but also shows that they have greater divergence in thinking, greater creativity and connective development as compared to person who is "one lingual".
She also spoke of the importance of the contest in strengthening ties between Brunei and Japan.
"The 24th Japanese Speech Contest demonstrates the success of bilateral cooperation existing between these two countries as it will further strengthen the bond of friendship between the people of Brunei Darussalam and Japan," Hjh Erie said.
The contest was divided into three segments: Beginners level for those who are still new to the language; advance level for veterans of the Japanese language, and an open category for those who fall under Japanese language-formed groups from various institutions and organisations.
Rabi'atul Adawiyah Abu Bakar, champion in the advance level category of the contest shared with The Brunei Times her experience in learning Japanese.
"I started learning the language ever since I was in secondary school when I joined the Science College Sains Japanese Club," she said.
Rabi'atul Adawiyah is a student at the CED where she is able to continue her learning of the language.
Her winning speech entitled "Small Steps", focused on the wastage of electricity and how the attitude of not caring about it should not be tolerated.
"We had to come up with a topic and discuss it with out sensei a month before the contest so that we could practice our speeches and prepare ourselves individually," she said.
Rabi'atul Adawiyah confessed that she did not expect to win first place because she believed that she still lacked in the intonation of the language, but she hoped that with her prize of a free trip to Japan would help improve her weakness in the language and allow her to venture further.
First runner-up in the same category was Ak Ahmad Shafie Pg Abdul Rahman with his speech titled "Life", followed by Amalina Azimah Hj Sanny, in third place with the topic of her speech "Motivation to Learn Language".
Claiming first place in the beginner's level was Hj Muhammad Bukhari Hj Abd Rajid with his speech titled "Japanese TV Programmes in Brunei in the 90s", followed by "Parasite Single" presented by Nurul Naziah Hj Abdul Aziz, and in third place
was Irene Lim Wan Pheng with her "My Friends" speech.
In the open category, out of four participants ,only two were declared as winners. They were Nahimina Fairuz Abd Latif and Hernie Suliana Hj Othman with their speech titled "The Japanese Ganbari" and "See You Tomorrow", respectively.
All participants where judged by a panel of four representatives from the Japanese Embassy, who based their selection on the contents, pronunciation and presentation of each of the speeches presented.
Present as the guest of honour was Dr Hj Junaidi Hj Abd Rahman, Deputy Permanent Secretary (Higher Education), President of Brunei Japan Friendship Association (former Ambassador of Brunei Darussalam to Japan) Dato Paduka Hj Adnan Buntar.
-- Courtesy of The Brunei TImes
Via BruDirect
Thursday, September 16, 2010
2010 Japanese Speech Contest
The annual Japanese Speech Contest organised by the Japanese Consulate is upon us again. Details below:
Date: Friday 24th September 2010
Time: 2pm ~
Venue: Institut Perkhidmatan Awam (IPA) or Civil Service Institute in Rimba
All are welcome
Date: Friday 24th September 2010
Time: 2pm ~
Venue: Institut Perkhidmatan Awam (IPA) or Civil Service Institute in Rimba
All are welcome
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Received an email "Questionnaire for former Japanese Government Scholars"
It was mailed to my private email address which was setup well after I left Japan back in 2001. So I assume that they got my email from the Japanese Consulate here in Brunei, where I'm registered as a former scholarship student. The email links to the 14 multiple choice questions at JASSO, Japan Student Services Organization. I've never heard of JASSO before but I guess it was setup after I left Japan. Probably after Monbushou became Monbukagakushou.
Anyway, those questions, in English, were kind of tame, and none too revealing. Just like how I would have set it up. I did something similar during my six-months Japanese language course in Kakuma Campus, Kanazawa Daigaku, Ishikawa-ken. My survey was whether most international students who studied in Japan had any 'cultural' connections with Japan. My survey found none. Most of the international students studying in Kanazawa Daigaku then were just interested in Japan, no cultural affiliations whatsoever. Only a minority had background cultural relationships with Japan. Usually there were nissei (second generation Japanese descendants) or more in their home country.
Anyway, if you received the same email, do spare less than five minutes of your life to answering the 14 multiple choice questions. Probably it'll help the Japanese Government fine-tune their scholarship offerings to international students. FYI, government allocated budget to support such activities are down compared to previous years, as can be seen by the abolishment of reunion gatherings. Can't blame them. Their economy is still in the doldrums and they've got to prioritize how they spend their own money. Paying for air tickets to/from Japan to attend a gathering of former students is definitely not a priority. A disappointment but quite understandable.
Anyway, those questions, in English, were kind of tame, and none too revealing. Just like how I would have set it up. I did something similar during my six-months Japanese language course in Kakuma Campus, Kanazawa Daigaku, Ishikawa-ken. My survey was whether most international students who studied in Japan had any 'cultural' connections with Japan. My survey found none. Most of the international students studying in Kanazawa Daigaku then were just interested in Japan, no cultural affiliations whatsoever. Only a minority had background cultural relationships with Japan. Usually there were nissei (second generation Japanese descendants) or more in their home country.
Anyway, if you received the same email, do spare less than five minutes of your life to answering the 14 multiple choice questions. Probably it'll help the Japanese Government fine-tune their scholarship offerings to international students. FYI, government allocated budget to support such activities are down compared to previous years, as can be seen by the abolishment of reunion gatherings. Can't blame them. Their economy is still in the doldrums and they've got to prioritize how they spend their own money. Paying for air tickets to/from Japan to attend a gathering of former students is definitely not a priority. A disappointment but quite understandable.
Omedetou Gozaimasu To Japanese Contest Victors
Bandar Seri Begawan - A Total of 16 participants displayed their speaking and presentation skills in Japanese yesterday as they competed against each other in the 24th Japanese Speech Contest 2010 held at the Civil Service Institute in Rimba.
The annual competition was organised by the Continuing Education Division (CED), Department of Technical Education, Ministry of Education in collaboration with the Embassy ofJapan.
Hjh Erie Abdullah, the event's chairperson in her remarks expressed hopes that the contest would educate the public, especially the youth, on the importance of learning a second language has become.
She went on to say that the ability to take on a second language did not only limit the
individual's ability to communicate with others in a different language, but also shows that they have greater divergence in thinking, greater creativity and connective development as compared to person who is "one lingual".
She also spoke of the importance of the contest in strengthening ties between Brunei and Japan.
"The 24th Japanese Speech Contest demonstrates the success of bilateral cooperation existing between these two countries as it will further strengthen the bond of friendship between the people of Brunei Darussalam and Japan," Hjh Erie said.
The contest was divided into three segments: Beginners level for those who are still new to the language; advance level for veterans of the Japanese language, and an open category for those who fall under Japanese language-formed groups from various institutions and organisations.
Rabi'atul Adawiyah Abu Bakar, champion in the advance level category of the contest shared with The Brunei Times her experience in learning Japanese.
"I started learning the language ever since I was in secondary school when I joined the Science College Sains Japanese Club," she said.
Rabi'atul Adawiyah is a student at the CED where she is able to continue her learning of the language.
Her winning speech entitled "Small Steps", focused on the wastage of electricity and how the attitude of not caring about it should not be tolerated.
"We had to come up with a topic and discuss it with out sensei a month before the contest so that we could practice our speeches and prepare ourselves individually," she said.
Rabi'atul Adawiyah confessed that she did not expect to win first place because she believed that she still lacked in the intonation of the language, but she hoped that with her prize of a free trip to Japan would help improve her weakness in the language and allow her to venture further.
First runner-up in the same category was Ak Ahmad Shafie Pg Abdul Rahman with his speech titled "Life", followed by Amalina Azimah Hj Sanny, in third place with the topic of her speech "Motivation to Learn Language".
Claiming first place in the beginner's level was Hj Muhammad Bukhari Hj Abd Rajid with his speech titled "Japanese TV Programmes in Brunei in the 90s", followed by "Parasite Single" presented by Nurul Naziah Hj Abdul Aziz, and in third place
was Irene Lim Wan Pheng with her "My Friends" speech.
In the open category, out of four participants ,only two were declared as winners. They were Nahimina Fairuz Abd Latif and Hernie Suliana Hj Othman with their speech titled "The Japanese Ganbari" and "See You Tomorrow", respectively.
All participants where judged by a panel of four representatives from the Japanese Embassy, who based their selection on the contents, pronunciation and presentation of each of the speeches presented.
Present as the guest of honour was Dr Hj Junaidi Hj Abd Rahman, Deputy Permanent Secretary (Higher Education), President of Brunei Japan Friendship Association (former Ambassador of Brunei Darussalam to Japan) Dato Paduka Hj Adnan Buntar.-- Courtesy of The Brunei TImes
The annual competition was organised by the Continuing Education Division (CED), Department of Technical Education, Ministry of Education in collaboration with the Embassy ofJapan.
Hjh Erie Abdullah, the event's chairperson in her remarks expressed hopes that the contest would educate the public, especially the youth, on the importance of learning a second language has become.
She went on to say that the ability to take on a second language did not only limit the
individual's ability to communicate with others in a different language, but also shows that they have greater divergence in thinking, greater creativity and connective development as compared to person who is "one lingual".
She also spoke of the importance of the contest in strengthening ties between Brunei and Japan.
"The 24th Japanese Speech Contest demonstrates the success of bilateral cooperation existing between these two countries as it will further strengthen the bond of friendship between the people of Brunei Darussalam and Japan," Hjh Erie said.
The contest was divided into three segments: Beginners level for those who are still new to the language; advance level for veterans of the Japanese language, and an open category for those who fall under Japanese language-formed groups from various institutions and organisations.
Rabi'atul Adawiyah Abu Bakar, champion in the advance level category of the contest shared with The Brunei Times her experience in learning Japanese.
"I started learning the language ever since I was in secondary school when I joined the Science College Sains Japanese Club," she said.
Rabi'atul Adawiyah is a student at the CED where she is able to continue her learning of the language.
Her winning speech entitled "Small Steps", focused on the wastage of electricity and how the attitude of not caring about it should not be tolerated.
"We had to come up with a topic and discuss it with out sensei a month before the contest so that we could practice our speeches and prepare ourselves individually," she said.
Rabi'atul Adawiyah confessed that she did not expect to win first place because she believed that she still lacked in the intonation of the language, but she hoped that with her prize of a free trip to Japan would help improve her weakness in the language and allow her to venture further.
First runner-up in the same category was Ak Ahmad Shafie Pg Abdul Rahman with his speech titled "Life", followed by Amalina Azimah Hj Sanny, in third place with the topic of her speech "Motivation to Learn Language".
Claiming first place in the beginner's level was Hj Muhammad Bukhari Hj Abd Rajid with his speech titled "Japanese TV Programmes in Brunei in the 90s", followed by "Parasite Single" presented by Nurul Naziah Hj Abdul Aziz, and in third place
was Irene Lim Wan Pheng with her "My Friends" speech.
In the open category, out of four participants ,only two were declared as winners. They were Nahimina Fairuz Abd Latif and Hernie Suliana Hj Othman with their speech titled "The Japanese Ganbari" and "See You Tomorrow", respectively.
All participants where judged by a panel of four representatives from the Japanese Embassy, who based their selection on the contents, pronunciation and presentation of each of the speeches presented.
Present as the guest of honour was Dr Hj Junaidi Hj Abd Rahman, Deputy Permanent Secretary (Higher Education), President of Brunei Japan Friendship Association (former Ambassador of Brunei Darussalam to Japan) Dato Paduka Hj Adnan Buntar.-- Courtesy of The Brunei TImes
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Spirit of Majapahit to Sail to Eight Countries in Pride-Building Sea Voyage
Jakarta - Culture and Tourism Minister Jero Wacik on Sunday saw off the expedition cruise ship Spirit of Majapahit as it departed from the Batavia Marina in North Jakarta for its eight-country tour.
“The expedition cruise of the Spirit of Majapahit ship reflects the maritime spirit of Indonesia that continues to surge. This maritime spirit has become the character of Indonesia,” Jero said.
The Spirit of Majapahit, a reconstruction of a 13th-century Majapahit-era merchant ship copied from the relief panels at Borobudur, will visit Brunei, the Philippines, Japan, China, Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia.
The ship, built by 15 craftsmen in Madura, is unique because of its oval shape with two sharp ends designed to break through waves of up to five meters.
Made from old and dry teak, petung bamboo, and a type of wood from Sumenep, East Java, the vessel, Indonesia’s largest traditional ship, is 20 meters long, 4.5 wide and two meters tall.
It has two wooden steering wheels at the stern and an outrigger on both sides that serves as a counterweight.
The sails are attached to poles forming an equilateral triangle, and the stern of the vessel is higher than the front porch.
But unlike the traditional ship on which it was modeled, this modern-day version is equipped with state-of -the art navigation equipment, including Global Positioning System, Nav-Tex and a marine radar.
The reconstruction was the result of advice and recommendations from the “Discovering Majapahit Ship Design” seminar held by the Majapahit Japan Association, a group of entrepreneurs in Japan who pay tribute to the history and culture of the Majapahit Empire .
The association is a vehicle for developing cooperation and researching the history of the Majapahit Empire more thoroughly so that it can be admired by Indonesians and the international community.
Jero said he hoped the expedition would encourage the younger generation of Indonesians to appreciate the spirit of Majapahit Empire, which flourished on Java from 1293 to about 1500. He said he hoped the greatness and glory of the empire could be enjoyed, appreciated and regarded as a source of pride by young Indonesians.
The Spirit of Majapahit is skippered by two officers, Major (Navy) Deni Eko Hartono and Risky Prayudi, with three Japanese crew members, including Yoshiyuki Yamamoto from the Majapahit Japan Association, who is the leader of the expedition.
There are also some young Indonesians aboard the vessel and five crew members from the Bajo tribe of Sumenep.
The Spirit of Majapahit will be preserved in a museum and turned into a tourist attraction after it returns to Indonesia from its journey.
Antara News Agency
via The Jakarta Globe
via Java ship seeks ancient Japan ties | The Japan Times Online.
via Ancient ship replica helps fund Java dig | The Japan Times Online.
Editor - BAJA was contacted by the ship's organizers regarding a souvenir, but due to some error on our part, we never did get to meet up with them when the ship was in Brunei on Friday 30th July until it left port at 4pm on Saturday 31st July 2010. We sincerely apologise to the ship's organizers and hope them safe seas and favourable winds on their onward journey.
Application For Japanese Language Test
Application for the 3rd Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) will be accepted from August 2 to September 15, 2010 at the Embassy of Japan.
On Sunday, December 5, the Embassy of Japan in cooperation with the Japan Foundation will conduct the 3rd Japanese Language Proficiency Test under the theme "The Gateway to Japan!" at the Chancellor Hall of UBD, according to a press release from the Embassy of Japan in Brunei.
"This JLPT is the world's largest Japanese language test which is conducted annually in Japan and 53 countries to evaluate and certify the Japanese language proficiency of non-native speakers. More than 770,000 people have made the most of the test for their further studies in Japan, businesses opportunities or hobbies to enjoy the Japanese culture such as music and Mime.
"Moreover, the test has been made even more useful for Bruneian examinees after the Embassy started conducting the JLPT in Brunei Darussalam two years ago prior to which they had to go to Sabah University, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia to take the JLPT.
"The JLPT was reformed in order to enhance the quality of test, and now provides 5 levels (N1, N2, N3, N4, N5) instead of 4 ranging from N1 as the most advanced level to N5 as the beginner's one. The N3 level is newly established which is comparable to a level between Level 2 and Level 3 in the old test. Increasing the number of levels allows examinees to choose a more precise level based on their ability.
"The details are available on the website of the Embassy, http://www.bn.emb-japan.go.jp.
"Application forms which cost B$5 are now available at the cultural section of the Embassy and need to be registered before September 15, 2010. An application fee of B$30 will be charged for each test grade.
"The Embassy of Japan hopes that many Bruneians will take this opportunity to try the test and make it their gateway to Japan," said the press release.
For further inquiries, contact: Mr Akira Sato, Embassy of Japan at tel: 2229265, fax: 2229481 or email: embassy@japan.com.bn or http://www.bn.emb-japan.go.jp
-- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin
Via BruDirect
On Sunday, December 5, the Embassy of Japan in cooperation with the Japan Foundation will conduct the 3rd Japanese Language Proficiency Test under the theme "The Gateway to Japan!" at the Chancellor Hall of UBD, according to a press release from the Embassy of Japan in Brunei.
"This JLPT is the world's largest Japanese language test which is conducted annually in Japan and 53 countries to evaluate and certify the Japanese language proficiency of non-native speakers. More than 770,000 people have made the most of the test for their further studies in Japan, businesses opportunities or hobbies to enjoy the Japanese culture such as music and Mime.
"Moreover, the test has been made even more useful for Bruneian examinees after the Embassy started conducting the JLPT in Brunei Darussalam two years ago prior to which they had to go to Sabah University, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia to take the JLPT.
"The JLPT was reformed in order to enhance the quality of test, and now provides 5 levels (N1, N2, N3, N4, N5) instead of 4 ranging from N1 as the most advanced level to N5 as the beginner's one. The N3 level is newly established which is comparable to a level between Level 2 and Level 3 in the old test. Increasing the number of levels allows examinees to choose a more precise level based on their ability.
"The details are available on the website of the Embassy, http://www.bn.emb-japan.go.jp.
"Application forms which cost B$5 are now available at the cultural section of the Embassy and need to be registered before September 15, 2010. An application fee of B$30 will be charged for each test grade.
"The Embassy of Japan hopes that many Bruneians will take this opportunity to try the test and make it their gateway to Japan," said the press release.
For further inquiries, contact: Mr Akira Sato, Embassy of Japan at tel: 2229265, fax: 2229481 or email: embassy@japan.com.bn or http://www.bn.emb-japan.go.jp
-- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin
Via BruDirect
2 Gain Insight Into Disaster Control
Armed with new methods and techniques on disaster prevention and control, two representatives from the Ministry of Education (MoE) returned from their 12-day trip in Japan under the Japan-East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths (Jenesys) Programme.
Dk Siti Ummikalthum Pg Hj Muhammad, assistant Public Relations officer and Mas Diana Abdul Samat, deputy Principal (Academic) at Sayyidina Othman Secondary School, both said that the programme had given them new experiences as well as opened their eyes to all the different methods used in disaster prevention. "I learned and gained a lot of new experiences. It really taught me how to be prepared," said Dk Siti Ummikalthum.
Asked of what systems or drills she had learnt that may be implemented in the Sultanate, she said "We learnt about the 5 Flood Control - the five preventative - measures that the Japanese government is implementing in flood prone areas."
Mas Diana explained that the system was quite technical in nature as it involved the actual restructuring of rivers and the widening of river banks, which she added, "Brunei is doing as well (the widening of river banks) in response to the heavy flooding that we experienced last year."
Aside from that, Mas Diana said, "We also learnt about Hazard Mapping which basically tells people what areas are safe or unsafe in that given area."
She added that she will try to introduce this practice in Sayyidina Othman Secondary School.
Though the 5 Flood Control system was only mentioned briefly in a lecture, as were other precautionary measures, Dk Siti explained, "We have coordinated with the National Disaster Management Committee (NDMC) so that they can utilise these systems if necessary."
When asked about the most valuable knowledge that they gained and wished to see implemented here, the two said that witnessing the community in Japan work together to help themselves was the prize of the trip.
Mas Diana said, "What fascinated me the most was the community; how they helped each other to better organise and protect their community against natural disasters."
"They don't simply rely on the government for help. Instead they take the initiative and fund themselves; they just asked the government to teach them how to better protect themselves," added Dk Siti Ummikalthum.
The two shared that the experiences they gained when visiting Maiko High School in Kobe (a natural disaster prevention school for "A" Level students) were exceptionally touching; especially, watching the students' efforts and dedication in spreading awareness and the solutions to disaster that were top notch.
Meanwhile, two local students from Jerudong International School (JIS) are expected to leave for Japan under the same Jenesys programme for the purpose of developing human resources and to offer Asian youth the opportunity to cultivate their innovative spirit, as stated in a press statement issued by the Japan Embassy.
The programme which will be held in Okinawa, will focus primarily on environmental issues, and specifically, water problems.
Badi Lattif, 16, and Nicole Yau, 17, will be in Japan for three weeks where they will be attending various lectures on environmental issues and working with people from around the world to come up with ideas on how to combat water problems. The two have highlighted overuse, lack of water conservation initiative, and water quality as the main water problems in the Sultanate.
Asked what they hoped to gain from the trip, Yau said 'Better cultural exchange, and more knowledge on environmental problems." Meanwhile, Badi said he hoped to "learn more about the Japanese culture, and more modern ways of dealing with water problems." About 75 students will be taking part in the Jenesys programme.
--Courtesy of The Brunei Times
via BruDirect
Dk Siti Ummikalthum Pg Hj Muhammad, assistant Public Relations officer and Mas Diana Abdul Samat, deputy Principal (Academic) at Sayyidina Othman Secondary School, both said that the programme had given them new experiences as well as opened their eyes to all the different methods used in disaster prevention. "I learned and gained a lot of new experiences. It really taught me how to be prepared," said Dk Siti Ummikalthum.
Asked of what systems or drills she had learnt that may be implemented in the Sultanate, she said "We learnt about the 5 Flood Control - the five preventative - measures that the Japanese government is implementing in flood prone areas."
Mas Diana explained that the system was quite technical in nature as it involved the actual restructuring of rivers and the widening of river banks, which she added, "Brunei is doing as well (the widening of river banks) in response to the heavy flooding that we experienced last year."
Aside from that, Mas Diana said, "We also learnt about Hazard Mapping which basically tells people what areas are safe or unsafe in that given area."
She added that she will try to introduce this practice in Sayyidina Othman Secondary School.
Though the 5 Flood Control system was only mentioned briefly in a lecture, as were other precautionary measures, Dk Siti explained, "We have coordinated with the National Disaster Management Committee (NDMC) so that they can utilise these systems if necessary."
When asked about the most valuable knowledge that they gained and wished to see implemented here, the two said that witnessing the community in Japan work together to help themselves was the prize of the trip.
Mas Diana said, "What fascinated me the most was the community; how they helped each other to better organise and protect their community against natural disasters."
"They don't simply rely on the government for help. Instead they take the initiative and fund themselves; they just asked the government to teach them how to better protect themselves," added Dk Siti Ummikalthum.
The two shared that the experiences they gained when visiting Maiko High School in Kobe (a natural disaster prevention school for "A" Level students) were exceptionally touching; especially, watching the students' efforts and dedication in spreading awareness and the solutions to disaster that were top notch.
Meanwhile, two local students from Jerudong International School (JIS) are expected to leave for Japan under the same Jenesys programme for the purpose of developing human resources and to offer Asian youth the opportunity to cultivate their innovative spirit, as stated in a press statement issued by the Japan Embassy.
The programme which will be held in Okinawa, will focus primarily on environmental issues, and specifically, water problems.
Badi Lattif, 16, and Nicole Yau, 17, will be in Japan for three weeks where they will be attending various lectures on environmental issues and working with people from around the world to come up with ideas on how to combat water problems. The two have highlighted overuse, lack of water conservation initiative, and water quality as the main water problems in the Sultanate.
Asked what they hoped to gain from the trip, Yau said 'Better cultural exchange, and more knowledge on environmental problems." Meanwhile, Badi said he hoped to "learn more about the Japanese culture, and more modern ways of dealing with water problems." About 75 students will be taking part in the Jenesys programme.
--Courtesy of The Brunei Times
via BruDirect
Seven Japanese Med Students Join 4th ISMS Exchange Programme
Dk Dr Nurolaini said participants will also experience nature in Brunei, with extra-curricular activities to be held at the Outward Bound Brunei Darussalam (OBBD) in the Temburong District.
Several recreational visits have also been arranged to famous landmarks in Brunei such as Kampong Ayer, the Royal Regalia Museum and the famous oil and gas district in Seria.
In addition, participants will also experience and learn Brunei culture through homestay programme with foster families organised by the Brunei Japan Friendship Association (BJFA).
Participants will be seven Japanese medical students are currently in Brunei for the 4th International Summer Medical School Programme 2010, an exchange programme organised annually by the Pengiran Anak Puteri Rashidah Sa'adatul Bolkiah Institute of Health Sciences, Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD).
The programme is the result of a collaboration between the PAPRSB Institute of Health Sciences (IHS) and Faculty of Medicine, Kagawa University, Japan that began in 2006.
The programme was launched yesterday by the Japanese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam, Mr Hirose Noriki, in a ceremony held at the institute.
In her welcoming speech, the Acting Dean of PAPRSB Institute of Health Sciences, Dk Dr Nurolaini Pg Hj Muhd Kifli said participants of the programme will experience life as a medical student at UBD for a period of five weeks until August 21, 2010.
The Japanese medical students will also be taught by experienced lecturers through lectures, problem-based learning (PBL) sessions, large group sessions as well as tutorials.
Participants will also have a chance to gain knowledge and hands-on experience from clinical placements and clinical and communication skills sessions.
All sessions will be conducted in English, thus giving the opportunity for Japanese students .to enhance their English language proficiency while on the programme.
-- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin
via BruDirect
Several recreational visits have also been arranged to famous landmarks in Brunei such as Kampong Ayer, the Royal Regalia Museum and the famous oil and gas district in Seria.
In addition, participants will also experience and learn Brunei culture through homestay programme with foster families organised by the Brunei Japan Friendship Association (BJFA).
Participants will be seven Japanese medical students are currently in Brunei for the 4th International Summer Medical School Programme 2010, an exchange programme organised annually by the Pengiran Anak Puteri Rashidah Sa'adatul Bolkiah Institute of Health Sciences, Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD).
The programme is the result of a collaboration between the PAPRSB Institute of Health Sciences (IHS) and Faculty of Medicine, Kagawa University, Japan that began in 2006.
The programme was launched yesterday by the Japanese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam, Mr Hirose Noriki, in a ceremony held at the institute.
In her welcoming speech, the Acting Dean of PAPRSB Institute of Health Sciences, Dk Dr Nurolaini Pg Hj Muhd Kifli said participants of the programme will experience life as a medical student at UBD for a period of five weeks until August 21, 2010.
The Japanese medical students will also be taught by experienced lecturers through lectures, problem-based learning (PBL) sessions, large group sessions as well as tutorials.
Participants will also have a chance to gain knowledge and hands-on experience from clinical placements and clinical and communication skills sessions.
All sessions will be conducted in English, thus giving the opportunity for Japanese students .to enhance their English language proficiency while on the programme.
-- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin
via BruDirect
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Mohammad Raymie In Japan On AYF Scholarship
Education officer Mohammad Raymie Hj Othman from Paduka Seri Begawan Sultan Science College left for Japan yesterday after being granted a scholarship under the Asian Youth Fellowship (AYF) Programme from the Embassy of Japan in Brunei.
A seven-month programme is set to introduce Mohammad Raymie to a preparatory course at the Japan Foundation Japanese-Language Institute, Kansai, which constitutes the learning of the Japanese language and other subjects. In addition, he will sit for an entrance exam for graduate school.
Once he has completed the seven-month course, he will proceed to a Japanese graduate school as "Monbukagakusho" (Japanese Government Scholarship Student). The AYF is a scholarship provided by the Japan Foundation to Asian university graduates who wish to enter a Japanese graduate school.
The AYA has been established within the framework of the Peace and Friendship Initiative started by the Japanese Government in 1995, aimed at nurturing human resources for the regional cooperation and development of the area, as well as to enhance and promote friendship and mutual understanding among Asian countries.
To date, 10 Bruneians have been accepted into the annual programme, which gives priority to students who have not studied the Japanese language.
-- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin
via BruDirect
A seven-month programme is set to introduce Mohammad Raymie to a preparatory course at the Japan Foundation Japanese-Language Institute, Kansai, which constitutes the learning of the Japanese language and other subjects. In addition, he will sit for an entrance exam for graduate school.
Once he has completed the seven-month course, he will proceed to a Japanese graduate school as "Monbukagakusho" (Japanese Government Scholarship Student). The AYF is a scholarship provided by the Japan Foundation to Asian university graduates who wish to enter a Japanese graduate school.
The AYA has been established within the framework of the Peace and Friendship Initiative started by the Japanese Government in 1995, aimed at nurturing human resources for the regional cooperation and development of the area, as well as to enhance and promote friendship and mutual understanding among Asian countries.
To date, 10 Bruneians have been accepted into the annual programme, which gives priority to students who have not studied the Japanese language.
-- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin
via BruDirect
Thursday, July 15, 2010
New Horizons Await Six Brunei Students Bound For Japan APCC
Six form one students from Brunei, three boys and three girls, have been selected to attend the Asian Pacific Children's Convention (APCC) in Fukuoka.
They leave for Japan on July 16 and return on July 27. The six will be accompanied by two officers or two teachers to monitor the APCC objectives for students to cooperate, learn and respect local customs and cultural life of nations as well as establishing friendship and goodwill among participants from 57 countries.
Yesterday, a recital of the "al-fatihah" and a reading of the "doa selamat" was held at at Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien (SOAS) College, to bless the auspicious occasion, aside from performances from the delegation and a video presentation.
Assistant Director of Secondary Schools (Ministry of Education) Mr Cheong Huat Joo said the APCC is a program organized by the regional committee of Fukuoka since the 1990s.
He said the program began with the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports, submitting a total of 64 students under age 12 to the Department of Schools. Some 11 MoE officers were involved in the selection process.
Mr Cheong also urged the six students to learn positive attitudes and values that make Japanese society a progressive nation. One of the six chosen, Hajah Dina from SM Lambak Kiri, was spokesman in a warm speech, "My fellow Junior Ambassadors Malek-san, Wazif-san, Vernon-san, Amal-san and Fathen-san, we hope you all feel proud to be part of this great programme the 22nd Asian Pacific Children's Convention.
We feel honoured to be nominated by our schools and finally selected by the Ministry of Education through an interview and essay-writing.
To prepare ourselves, our chaperones or `sense had planned training schedules for every Friday from 8.30am to 11am and at times on Sundays."
Dina added that "In the past weeks, we've learned about each other through ice-breaking activities, aerobics and games. All of us never danced before... so through this programme, we learned traditional dance which was tough but we survived.
Some of us actually lost weight through the physical training. To their parents, she said, "Don't worry about us when we are in Japan, "Insya Allah", we will be fine under the guidance of our chaperones, Radzuan sensei and Norlina sensei.
In Fukuoka, we home-stay with foster parents. We have received information and even got replies and e-mail from our foster parents. We will try our best to learn the Japanese way of life."
Hajah Dina added that the six will be attending Mirai Village Camp to interact with 218 participants from 57 countries. "We will also promote Brunei as a peaceful and unique country.
We will be on our best behaviour, be friendly, not to criticize others for their beliefs and try new things and as Muslims, we also learned "Jama" & "Qasar" prayers and 'doa' for our stay in Japan," Hajah Dina concluded.
This year's APCC slogan is: "We are the Bridge: we connect dreams around the world. To learn about each other's country, religion and culture, through exchange. To promote mutual understanding amongst youths in Asia and the Pacific and to nurture an international perspective in youth and foster a supportive environment."
-- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin
via BruDirect
They leave for Japan on July 16 and return on July 27. The six will be accompanied by two officers or two teachers to monitor the APCC objectives for students to cooperate, learn and respect local customs and cultural life of nations as well as establishing friendship and goodwill among participants from 57 countries.
Yesterday, a recital of the "al-fatihah" and a reading of the "doa selamat" was held at at Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien (SOAS) College, to bless the auspicious occasion, aside from performances from the delegation and a video presentation.
Assistant Director of Secondary Schools (Ministry of Education) Mr Cheong Huat Joo said the APCC is a program organized by the regional committee of Fukuoka since the 1990s.
He said the program began with the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports, submitting a total of 64 students under age 12 to the Department of Schools. Some 11 MoE officers were involved in the selection process.
Mr Cheong also urged the six students to learn positive attitudes and values that make Japanese society a progressive nation. One of the six chosen, Hajah Dina from SM Lambak Kiri, was spokesman in a warm speech, "My fellow Junior Ambassadors Malek-san, Wazif-san, Vernon-san, Amal-san and Fathen-san, we hope you all feel proud to be part of this great programme the 22nd Asian Pacific Children's Convention.
We feel honoured to be nominated by our schools and finally selected by the Ministry of Education through an interview and essay-writing.
To prepare ourselves, our chaperones or `sense had planned training schedules for every Friday from 8.30am to 11am and at times on Sundays."
Dina added that "In the past weeks, we've learned about each other through ice-breaking activities, aerobics and games. All of us never danced before... so through this programme, we learned traditional dance which was tough but we survived.
Some of us actually lost weight through the physical training. To their parents, she said, "Don't worry about us when we are in Japan, "Insya Allah", we will be fine under the guidance of our chaperones, Radzuan sensei and Norlina sensei.
In Fukuoka, we home-stay with foster parents. We have received information and even got replies and e-mail from our foster parents. We will try our best to learn the Japanese way of life."
Hajah Dina added that the six will be attending Mirai Village Camp to interact with 218 participants from 57 countries. "We will also promote Brunei as a peaceful and unique country.
We will be on our best behaviour, be friendly, not to criticize others for their beliefs and try new things and as Muslims, we also learned "Jama" & "Qasar" prayers and 'doa' for our stay in Japan," Hajah Dina concluded.
This year's APCC slogan is: "We are the Bridge: we connect dreams around the world. To learn about each other's country, religion and culture, through exchange. To promote mutual understanding amongst youths in Asia and the Pacific and to nurture an international perspective in youth and foster a supportive environment."
-- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin
via BruDirect
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Showcase of three Japanese martial arts on July 7
BruDirect.com link
Bandar Seri Begawan - In a first of its kind performance three types of Japanese Martial Arts will be showcased on July 7 at 7pm at the Cesar Ballroom of Orchid Garden Hotel. This event is organised under the Japan-East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths (JENESYS) Programme which is coordinated by the Japan International Cooperation Centre (JICE) and Brunei Japan Friendship Association (BJFA).
The three types of Japanese Martial Arts to be exhibited in the event are Kendo, Aikido and Karate.
The event will be presented to the general public for free as part of the planned activities for the Brunei Japan Friendship Association.
Apart from the Japanese martial artists, there- will also be a performance from local martial arts association namely Persekutuan Aikido, Kendo Alliance and Wadokai Karatedo Brunei Darussalam.
A total of 24 performers will be showcasing their martial arts skills.
Nine famous Japanese martial arts (Kendo, Aikido, Karate) performers are now in the country until July 9.
Martial art is a popular form of sport in Japan not only for self-defence but also for the harmonious development of body and mind.
This festival has taken more than three months for BJFA to plan and organise with the collaboration of JICE and also with the Embassy of Japan. BJFA hopes that this festival will showcase Japanese Martial Arts as a popular form of sports and leisure, hence strengthening the relation between the two countries.
It is the mission and vision of BJFA to achieve and expose both Brunei and Japanese culture, tourism and business interests to the community of both countries.
During their stay in Brunei Darussalam, the Japanese delegation will visit Kendo Alliance, Persekutuan Aikido and Wadokai Karatedo and conduct several training sessions and workshops. All these performers are experts in their own field of martial arts holding high-ranking positions.
Special martial art outfits and equipment have been brought in from Japan specifically for this event.
For more information, contact BJFA Secretariat at 8996884 or e-mail brunei.japan@gmail.com . -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin
Bandar Seri Begawan - In a first of its kind performance three types of Japanese Martial Arts will be showcased on July 7 at 7pm at the Cesar Ballroom of Orchid Garden Hotel. This event is organised under the Japan-East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths (JENESYS) Programme which is coordinated by the Japan International Cooperation Centre (JICE) and Brunei Japan Friendship Association (BJFA).
The three types of Japanese Martial Arts to be exhibited in the event are Kendo, Aikido and Karate.
The event will be presented to the general public for free as part of the planned activities for the Brunei Japan Friendship Association.
Apart from the Japanese martial artists, there- will also be a performance from local martial arts association namely Persekutuan Aikido, Kendo Alliance and Wadokai Karatedo Brunei Darussalam.
A total of 24 performers will be showcasing their martial arts skills.
Nine famous Japanese martial arts (Kendo, Aikido, Karate) performers are now in the country until July 9.
Martial art is a popular form of sport in Japan not only for self-defence but also for the harmonious development of body and mind.
This festival has taken more than three months for BJFA to plan and organise with the collaboration of JICE and also with the Embassy of Japan. BJFA hopes that this festival will showcase Japanese Martial Arts as a popular form of sports and leisure, hence strengthening the relation between the two countries.
It is the mission and vision of BJFA to achieve and expose both Brunei and Japanese culture, tourism and business interests to the community of both countries.
During their stay in Brunei Darussalam, the Japanese delegation will visit Kendo Alliance, Persekutuan Aikido and Wadokai Karatedo and conduct several training sessions and workshops. All these performers are experts in their own field of martial arts holding high-ranking positions.
Special martial art outfits and equipment have been brought in from Japan specifically for this event.
For more information, contact BJFA Secretariat at 8996884 or e-mail brunei.japan@gmail.com . -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin
Friday, June 18, 2010
Contemporary Japanese Crafts Exhibition at Brunei Museum 7-27 June 2010
As the first useful post, I'll post this up:
I haven't been there myself. Was invited to the opening but had a Fire Fighting course that day. Should go.
BAJA IT Admin
I haven't been there myself. Was invited to the opening but had a Fire Fighting course that day. Should go.
BAJA IT Admin
We're linked from the Japanese Embassy website
You can see it at http://www.bn.emb-japan.go.jp/index.htm
FYI, there are plans for adding life-in-Japan stories either here or on the Japanese Embassy website. Can't go into too much detail but it could prove profitable for contributors.
BAJA IT Admin
FYI, there are plans for adding life-in-Japan stories either here or on the Japanese Embassy website. Can't go into too much detail but it could prove profitable for contributors.
BAJA IT Admin
Where to host
We're lucky that our host wordpress.com is free and there are no adverts on our site. But we have to look to the future and see how portable our data is. According to this wordpress.com page we can backup this site and move our content to another host or even our own wordpress server, but those options are further down the road. I'm just glad that we have those options.
BAJA IT Admin
BAJA IT Admin
Getting a domain name
We'll eventually get a domain name under org.bn. According to this TelBru page, we'll have to pay B$100 for a one-time registration and an annual fee of B$50. The ExComm will make a decision on this.
UPDATE: 17:30 Apparently, if we get a domain name and point it to this site hosted on wordpress.com, we'll have to pay US$9.97 per year. Link
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UPDATE: 17:30 Apparently, if we get a domain name and point it to this site hosted on wordpress.com, we'll have to pay US$9.97 per year. Link
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Thursday, June 17, 2010
Hello world!
BAJA @ wordpress is now live at 6am Friday 18th June 2010. I'll be sending this blog's link to the Japanese Embassy in Brunei website later so as they could link to this. Cheers.
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