JAPANESE LANGUAGE AND CULTURAL WEEK

Assalamualaikum

Just to inform, the Language Centre of Universiti Brunei Darussalam and Embassy of Japan in Brunei Darussalam organising the Japanese Language and Culture Week at Chancellor Hall, Universiti Brunei Darussalam from Wed 12 - Sat 15th March 2008.

Admission Free. pls come and visit the exhibition..learn more about Japan and experience Japanese culture through exhibitions, demonstrations and workshops.

16 booths will introduce the following aspects of Japanese Language and culture as follows: ----General Information
-Visit Japan
-Language
-Calligraphy
-Tea ceremony
-Origami
-Ikebana
-Karate.... and many more...

Demonstration and workshops schedule, as follows:

12 March (Wed)
2.30 pm ~ 5.00 pm - Koto Performance (Traditional Japanese Stringed Instrument) Kendo, Karate, Aikido Demonstration, Tea> Ceremony, Calligraphy

13th March (Thurs)
3.00 pm - Koto Workshop

14th March (Fri)
2.30 pm - Origami Workshop
3.30 pm - Bonodari (Japanese Festival Dance) wkshp

15th March (Sat)
3.00 pm - Fish Cutting and Sushi Making Demonstration

This event is jointly organise by Language Centre, UBD and Embassy of Japan.

Sponsored and supported by :-
Japanese association Brunei Darussalam


Supported by :-
Brunei Japan Friendship Association UBD Chapter
Misato Restaurant
Excapade sushi restaurant


Dk Norhayati PHY
Head of Documentation & Information Bureau
Bersatu

BPY 07 Appreciation BBQ

BPY 07' will hold its Appreciation BBQ for all other BPYs' on Sunday March 9th.. These are the Details:

Date: Sunday March 9th 2008

Time: 800 am- till the sun sets/ or we get bored or whichever comes first :)

Venue: Berakas Forest Reserve and the Beach @ Berakas Forest Reserve

All BPYs, and even other PYs who happen to be in Brunei @ the time are invited to this gathering. This BBQ is held in appreciation of all those who helped and gave us support during our Preparations for SSEAYP 2007 but really, anyone who is a PY from 06,05,04, even up to 85 when Brunei first joined is invited to come..

Please Bring Along Some Food and Drink to Share. This will be much appreciated. We do have food to BBQ and prepared but any additions will be great :D

If you're bringing your Spouse/Boyfriend/Girlfriend/Best Friend, please bring food to account for them too..

There will be some games to liven up the atmosphere..Bring your Camera, so you can post pictures of the event..

Did i forget to mention, that all SSEAYP Participants are invited?

For further details, please do not hesitate to contact myself or P.E or Dex (All BPY 07), if you have any queries, by sending us messages on SSEAYPWorld or leaving us messages @ our comment box...like for example, if you would like to know what you can contribute to this BBQ...

Hope to See You Guys There :D

Let's join together.. A copy from www.bpy07.blogspot.com

TAHNIAH!!!

Abdul Rahman bin Haji Ismail, BPY06 telah lulus didalam

Diploma in Mental Health Nursing (2007)

dari Maktab Jururawat Pengiran Anak Puteri Hajah Rashidah Saadatul Bolkiah,

Kementerian Pendidikan.

...Semoga berjaya didalam bidang yang diceburi...

http://www.sseayp.ning.com/

Assalammualaikum BPYs, apa khabarnya? Semoga semua sihat sejahtera saja :) Anyway, maybe ada sudah biskita sign up arah this website... it's a very good web plang mcm ala-ala Friendster, hi5, Facebook, Tagged and so on... but this one is only for PY.. any PY, any batch.. So, sanang lah lagi kalau tani kan bekenalan dengan kawan-kawan tani yang berlainan tahun..


The website is www.sseayp.ning.com - Easy to sign up, easy to manage profile.. and friendly user lah... bah, apa lagi? masuk cia..


Btw, Selamat Meyambut Hari Kebangsaan... Banyak jua PYs yang terlibat masa tahun ani ah.. hehhee next year, join lagi :) Take care everyone...

20th SSEAYP International General Assembly
SIGA@20... Beyond The Usual...
May 1 - 4, 2008

OBJECTIVES OF SIGA (SSEAYP INTERNATIONAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY)

-To create an opportunity for the reunion of former participants (PYs & NLs) to promote lasting friendship, understanding and goodwill
-To exchange information on activities of respective Alumni Associations and the Secretariat of SSEAYP International
-To enhance the network of cooperation among former participants through opportunities in various social and business undertakings

WHY IS THIS SIGA BEYOND THE USUAL...

This year, 2008... we are partying BEYOND THE USUAL as it is SI's (SSEAYP International) 20th Anniversary;

The following SSEAYP batches are celebrating BEYOND THE USUAL their Anniversaries...
1978 - 30th Anniversary
1983 - 25th Anniversary
1988 - 20th Anniversary
1993 - 15th Anniversary
1998 - 10th Anniversary
2003 - 5th Anniversary

And all other batches who would like to observe their Batch Anniversary during SIGA 2008...

Workshops, plenary sessions and activities will be staged BEYOND THE USUAL through fresh and fun approaches…

Host Families will, for the first time, be actively involved and presenting BEYOND THE USUAL projects and activities…

Participants will discover BEYOND THE USUAL linkages and networking opportunities…

AND BECAUSE, THE PHILIPPINE EXPERIENCE IS ALWAYS BEYOND THE USUAL…

DATE

Thursday May 1 – Sunday May 4, 2008

VENUE

Waterfront Cebu City Hotel Casino

Salinas Drive, Lahug

Cebu City 6000 Philippines

Tel. No. (63-32) 232-6888

Fax No. (63-32) 232-6880

Website : http://www.waterfronthotels.com.ph

THEME

SIGA@20... Beyond the Usual...

ORGANISER

S I P ( SSEAYP International Philippines )

SIGA AGENDA (as specified in our SI Charter; Article 8.2)

Part 1 : COP ( Council of Presidents' Meeting )

Part 2 : SI Secretary General's Report

: Alumni Association's Report

: Council of Presidents' Meeting Report

: Workshop and Plenary Session as proposed by host country

Part 3 : Organized Tours / Institutional Visits / Social Service Projects

*while workshops & plenary sessions are ongoing for former PYs and former NLs, we have someorganized tours for guests, family members and host families who are attending this SIGA

SECRETARIAT

Secretariat Office

P.O. Box 12115, Ortigas Post Office, Ortigas Center, Pasig City, Philippines

Tel. No. (63-2) 937-6273

Fax No. (63-2) 937-6273

E-mail: c/o Ms. Stephanie Dy Tiapco (SIGA 2008 Cebu Secretariat Head) < steph_oic@yahoo.com >

Website : www.siphilippines.net and www.siphilippines.org

PARTICIPATION FEE

USD 175.00 / pax (Early birds fee until February 29, 2008)

USD 195.00 / pax (Regular registration fee from March 1 – March 31, 2008)

USD 225.00 / pax (Registration fee from April 1 – April 15, 2008)

USD 135.00 / pax (Children 5 years old and below)

*After April 15, 2008, SIP shall not entertain any registration

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION

April 15, 2008

CANCELLATION RULES

Before February 29, 2008 - No Charge

From March 1 - April 15, 2008 – Half Participation Fee

From April 16 – May 4, 2008 – Full Participation Fee

ACCOMODATION

Waterfront Cebu City Hotel Casino (3 nights stay)

MEALS

All meals from May 1 to 4, 2008 (throughout the conference period)

Late comers on May 1, 2008 will be provided with packed dinner / dinner coupons

TRANSPORTATION

Transportation will be provided for all SIGA itineraries, including airport transfer

*(please provide correct date/time of arrival and departure)

HOMESTAY

Our sincere apologies, due to logistical limitations, we cannot offer Homestay after May 4, 2008

TOUR PACKAGES

Various tour packages before and after the conference may be organized for willing travelers. Secretariat Committee will post the tour packages very soon.

INSURANCE

All participants are advised to obtain the necessary insurance during the entire stay in Cebu City

VISA

All nationalities (Japan & Asean) need not apply for a travel visa to enter the Philippines

IMPORTANT NOTICES

1) No Homestay during the duration of SIGA 2008 Cebu (May 1 – 4, 2008)
2) We will not accept any walk-in registration during the duration of SIGA 2008 Cebu
3) No selective participation, we strongly encourage everyone to attend all SIGA 2008 Cebu Activities & Itineraries
4) If anyone decide to attend only selected activities, he/she will be charged the full registration fee of USD 195.00

20th SIGA in Cebu, Phillipines

(Reproduced from BERSATU Secretary General's Blog)

As everyone knows by now the 20th SIGA (SSEAYP International General Assembly) will be held in Cebu, Philippines from 1-4th May 2008. The price for the SIGA should be about USD195 although that's not confirmed yet. The price includes 3 nights accomodation at a 5-star hotel, meals and conference fees.I've come up with some suggestions for minimum travel costs to Cebu from Brunei. The costs displayed is only an estimated cost and might change depending on availability and are available online if you book FAST! Email me if you need help.


Via Singapore

1) Wednesday 30th April 2008 BWN-SIN BI423 1800hrs-2000hrs
Thursday 1st May 2008 SIN-CEB 5J548 0025hrs-0405hrs
Monday 5th May 2008 CEB-SIN 5J547 1940hrs-1125hrs
Tuesday 6th May 2008 SIN-CEB BI422 1055hrs-1300hrs

Total Price will be roughly BND640. But you have to stay overnight in Singapore on the way back and also stay in Cebu an extra night.

2) If you don't want to fly budget through Singapore, you can take Silkair but this is significantly more expensive. And you will also have to stay overnight in Singapore on the way there and on the way back if you plan to take Singapore Airlines to Singapore. Althernatively you can buy a separate ticket to Singapore from Brunei. And then buy a separate Silkair ticket from Singapore to Cebu if you don't want to stopover in Singapore. This will really increase your total price. Ask me if you have any questions.


Via Bangkok

1) Thursday 1st May 2008 BWN-BKK BI515 1420hrs-1610hrs
Thursday 1st May 2008 BKK- CEB 5J927 2310hrs - 0330hrs
Sunday 4th May 2008 CEB-BKK 5J926 2005-2225hrs
Monday 5th May 2008 BKK-BWN BI516 1700-2050hrs

Total Price will be roughly BND630 and you have to arrange for a one night stay in Bangkok on the way back.


Via Manila

Wednesday 30th April 2008 BI687 BWN-MNL 2235-0035hrs
Thursday 1st May 2008 MNL-CEB - multiple flights to Cebu
Sunday 4th may 2008 CEB-MNL - multiple flights to Manila
Monday 5th May 2008 BI688 MNL-BWN - 0705-0905hrs

BWN-MNL-BWN already about BND500+ so its a pricey option and you definitely have to stay overnight in Manila on the way there and on the way back. Ticket MNL-CEB-MNL are about BND150


via KK and Manila through Clarks

You can take the ferry to KK (BKI) and then take Air Asia flight to Manila Clarks (CRK), which is 3 hours by bus from the Main airport (MNL).

Thursday 1st May 2008 BKI-CRK AK502 1420-1620hrs
Then bus to MNL for 3 hours

Thursday 1st May 2008 MNL-CEB 5J573 2030-2145hrs

Sunday 4h May 2008 CEB-MNL 5J645 1025-1140hrs
Then bus to CRK for 3 hours

Sunday 4th May 2008 CRK-BKI AK503 1645-1845
(Please note that although this option is cheap, but it will be risky just incase your Air Asia flight is delayed. Also there can be bad traffic between CRK and MNL.BKI-CRK-BKI roughly BND200. MNL-CEB-MNL roughly BND150)

(You can also take the plane to BKI from BWN which will cost BND153 if booked online.Thursday 1st May 2008 BWN-BKI BI821 0805-0845hrsSunday 4th May 2008 BKI-BWN BI826 2300-2340hrs)


via KK only

Thursday 1st May 2008 BWN-BKI BI821 0805-0845hrs
Thursday 1st May 2008 BKI-CEB MH708 1315-1505hrs
Sunday 4th May 2008 CEB-BKI MH709 1600-1750hrs
Sunday 4th May 2008 BKI-BWN BI826 2300-2340hrs

This is an easy option for those who don't want to stay overnight too. You can buy the BWN-BKI-BWN ticket on RBA website for BND153 and BKI-CEB-BKI ticket for about BND550.


Key:

BWN - Bandar Seri Begawan
CEB - Cebu
CRK - Clarks Airport (3 hours drive from Manila)
MNL - Manila
SIN - Singapore
BKK - Bangkok
BKI - Kota KinabaluFlights:
BI - Royal Brunei (http://www.bruneiair.com/)
5J - Cebu Pacific (http://www.cebupacificair.com/)
MH - Malaysia Airlines (http://www.malaysiaairlines.com/)

- Written and Researched by Dr. Fakhri, BYL04, OBSC07 -

Wishing you Selamat Tahun Baru 1429H
Semoga panjang umur, berjaya didalam apa jua bidang dan semoga talian persahabatan yang telah sekian ada akan berkekalan...

Wishing you a Happy New Year 2008

Semoga talian persahabatan yang telah sekian ada akan berkekalan...

'SHIP FOR SOUTHEAST ASIAN YOUTH PROGRAM;

ex-Participating Youth Survey

I believe all of you have received a letter from the Office of The Director General for Policies on Cohensive Society Cabinet Office, Goverment of Japan regarding about an ex-participating youth Survey.

They would like to conduct a survey on ex-PY about how the program has influenced them and some of the post-program activities that we are involve in. The results of the suevey will be used to enhance future program activities for both ex-PY and future PY.

Please fill out the questionnaire and return it by JANUARY 18, 2008. No Stamps are requires as the postage is already covered by the sender. :)

* Your personal information will be used only for the purpose this survey and for updating the alumni list for post-program activities.

SELAMAT HARI RAYA AIDIL ADHA 1428

...kepada semua BPY06, bekas peserta Kapal Belia Asia Tenggara di tahun-tahun lalu dan Negara-Negara ASEAN dan Jepun serta semua umat Islam di mana saja berada..

Makluman Kepulangan Balik BPY07

KEPULANGAN BALIK

KONTINGEN NEGARA BRUNEI DARUSSALAM BAGI PROGRAM SSEAYP TAHUN 2007

Dengan hormat sukacita dimaklumkan bahawa Kontingen Negara Brunei Darussalam bagi Program Kapal Belia Asia Tenggara yang ke-34, tahun 2007 akan menggunakan Kapal Penerbangan Diraja Brunei BI636, transit di Hong Kong. Penerbangan dijangka sampai di Negara Brunei Darussalam pada jam 6.35 minit petang pada 12 Disember 2007 (Hari Rabu).

Sehubungan dengan itu, semua bekas peserta tahun 2006 dan sebelumnya adalah dialu-alukan untuk hadir dan sama-sama meraikan ketibaan para peserta pada tahun ini.

Wassalam.

A Video Message from KUMI ADM06

Kumi san have a special message for BPY06 :) miss Kumi so much... not Miku ah.. hehhe

A Video Message from Hilmi MAPY06 for BPY06

A newly wed couple Hilmy MAPY06 have a message for all BPY06 :)

A Video Message from Che Mod Nazri MANL06

Uwaaa... this is from Kanda Mod Nazri MANL06

A Video Message from Cas SPY06 for BPY06

Pidot MAPY06 have a message for everyone... Cas nak nangis ye??