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Day 1 Morning

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📖 Reading time: 6 minutes
📊 Word count: 889 words

📋 SESSION OVERVIEW​

  • Date & Time: Monday, August 4, 2025, 9:30 AM
  • Session: Second Meeting of 21st Legislative Session
  • Duration: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM (approximate)
  • Chair: Yang Berhormat Yang Di-Pertua
  • Key Milestone: First implementation of bi-annual parliamentary meetings as approved by His Majesty the Sultan

❓ QUESTION TIME SUMMARY​

  • Minister of Culture, Youth & Sports | Childcare centers oversight | 82 centers registered (69 operational), 4 NGO-operated centers, average fee $200/month, new in-house workplace daycare guidelines being drafted
  • Minister of Transport & ICT | Airport disability support | Evaluating Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Lanyard Programme, requires staff training and official membership consideration, current assistance available through airline notifications
  • Minister at PM's Office & Defense II | Ex-convict employment | No specific regulations exist, case-by-case review by Public Service Commission, studying comprehensive "spent conviction" framework under Criminal Registration Act
  • Minister of Education | Special education implementation | 207 teachers trained in special needs education, 113 officials placed through SKiPPA program, 4 Centers of Excellence operational, Student Learning Survey assessing 47,000 students annually
  • Minister of Culture, Youth & Sports | Grassroots sports facilities | Implementing Sports for Community program, upgrading facilities to meet accessibility guidelines, establishing elderly-friendly exercise zones
  • Minister of Culture, Youth & Sports | Childcare enforcement | Monthly inspections with 2 weekly visits per center, $5,000 fine for non-compliance with reporting requirements, 68 caregivers completed infant care training program

🏛️ MOTIONS & DEBATES​

Motion: IPU and CPA Membership​

  • Proposed by: Yang Berhormat Pehin Orang Kaya Indera Pahlawan Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Suyoi bin Haji Osman
  • Seconded by: Yang Berhormat Pengiran Haji Isa bin Pengiran Haji Aliuddin
  • Summary: For Majlis Mesyuarat Negara to become full member of Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA)

Key Arguments:

  • Supporting arguments:

    • Brunei is only ASEAN country not in IPU membership
    • Platform for international parliamentary diplomacy and best practices exchange
    • Access to capacity building programs and professional development
    • Aligns with Vision 2035 goals and Sustainable Development Goals
    • Enhances institutional credibility and international recognition
    • Strategic shift from observer status after years of evaluation

  • Opposition arguments: No opposition expressed

Speakers: 5 members spoke in support (Yang Berhormat Pehin Orang Kaya Johan Pahlawan, Yang Berhormat Awang Zainol, Yang Berhormat Awang Lau How Teck, Yang Berhormat Pengiran Haji Isa, Yang Berhormat Menteri Hal Ehwal Luar Negeri II)

Outcome: ✅ APPROVED (Unanimous approval by all members present)

📊 KEY POLICY ANNOUNCEMENTS & UPDATES​

Education​

  • Student Learning Survey assessing 47,000 students annually from Year 2-11 in literacy, numeracy, and science
  • EDGE Center established for gifted and talented education development
  • Learning Support Programme introduced in 2022 for underperforming students
  • Data Driven Culture implementation in schools for targeted interventions

Social Services​

  • Draft guidelines for workplace childcare/daycare being developed to support working parents
  • 46% of female survey respondents cite childcare as main barrier to workforce participation
  • National Framework for Child Protection with multi-sectoral approach implemented
  • Criminal Registration Act framework for "spent convictions" under government review

Infrastructure & Development​

  • Sports facilities being upgraded to meet Design and Accessibility Development Guidelines
  • Sports for Community program targeting grassroots participation through village councils
  • Elderly Action Plan emphasizing age-friendly recreational facilities

International Relations​

  • Brunei currently holds AIPA Secretary-General role until end of 2025
  • Active participation in ASEAN, UN, OIC, Commonwealth, and APEC organizations
  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs supports parliamentary international engagement

💬 MEMBER CONTRIBUTIONS & INTERVENTIONS​

Supplementary Questions​

  • Yang Berhormat Awang Haji Salleh Bostaman | Education tracking systems | Requested clarification on comprehensive monitoring systems to ensure low-performing students don't leave school without proper qualifications or employable skills
  • Yang Berhormat Pehin Orang Kaya Indera Pahlawan Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Suyoi | Education intervention effectiveness | Questioned measurable impact of intervention programs on underperforming students, noting public examination results remain at similar percentage levels

Motion/Debate Contributions​

  • Yang Berhormat Pehin Orang Kaya Johan Pahlawan | IPU/CPA membership | Emphasized elevating MMN's international image and providing platform for protecting national sovereignty and interests
  • Yang Berhormat Awang Zainol | IPU/CPA membership | Connected membership to institutional capacity building and parliamentary benchmarking as strategic investment
  • Yang Berhormat Awang Lau How Teck | IPU/CPA membership | Highlighted CPA Benchmark framework with 200+ indicators and connection to Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goals 5, 10, 13, and 16
  • Yang Berhormat Pengiran Haji Isa | IPU/CPA membership | Linked membership to Vision 2035 climate action goals and international friendship principles in Declaration of Independence

👥 MAIN PARTICIPANTS​

  • Yang Berhormat Yang Di-Pertua: Chaired session, emphasized Standing Orders adherence and institutional dignity
  • Yang Berhormat Menteri Kebudayaan, Belia dan Sukan: Responded to 4 questions on childcare, sports facilities, and child protection
  • Yang Berhormat Menteri Pendidikan: Provided comprehensive responses on special education and student support systems
  • Yang Berhormat Menteri Hal Ehwal Luar Negeri II: Strongly supported IPU/CPA motion with foreign policy context
  • Yang Berhormat Pehin Orang Kaya Indera Pahlawan Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Suyoi: Motion proposer, emphasized Brunei as only non-IPU ASEAN member

📝 FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS​

  • Implementation of IPU and CPA membership application process following unanimous approval
  • Written responses to be provided for any unanswered questions within question time limits
  • Development of workplace daycare guidelines by Ministry of Culture, Youth & Sports
  • Continued review of Criminal Registration Act implementation for spent convictions framework

🔍 NOTABLE MENTIONS​

  • First bi-annual parliamentary meeting implementation as commanded by His Majesty
  • Brunei holds AIPA Secretary-General position until end of 2025
  • 47,000 students assessed annually through Student Learning Survey - described as largest data collection analysis seen
  • 207 teachers trained in special education, 113 officials placed through SKiPPA program
  • Average childcare fee of $200 per month across 82 registered centers
  • CPA framework includes approximately 200 indicators for parliamentary evaluation
  • Connection made between parliamentary membership and achieving Vision 2035 objectives
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