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The Star
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Asia-Pacific scholars address AI, language, communication in Brunei
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (Xinhua): The APCA-ANPOR-UBD Conference 2025 concluded in Brunei this week following two days of vibrant academic exchange on artificial intelligence (AI), language, and sustainable communication. The conference, themed "Communication and Languages in Asia-Pacific Regions: Connection, Collaboration, and Sustainability," was co-organized by the Asia-Pacific Communication Alliance (APCA), the Asian Network for Public Opinion Research (ANPOR), and Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD). The opening ceremony was graced by Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Xiao Jianguo and UBD Vice-Chancellor Dr. Hazri Haji Kifle. Scholars and educators from across the Asia Pacific region explore key issues in sustainable communication, AI, communication and multilingualism. Chen Changfeng, president of APCA and professor of Tsinghua University, commended the spirit of openness, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing that characterized the conference in her opening remarks. In his remarks, Dr. Hazri Haji Kifle said, "In a world transformed by artificial intelligence, shaped by digital disruption and challenged by rising misinformation, our ability to communicate with purpose, ethics and inclusivity has never been more vital." The conference featured five keynote speakers from world-leading institutions, addressing topics such as generative AI, digital ethics, multilingualism, language policy and sustainability. Jack Qiu, professor of Nanyang Technological University, demonstrated how AI is reshaping reading, listening and writing, calling for renewed focus on human agency in education. The conference marks a key milestone for the UBD Language Center, reinforcing its role as a regional hub for intercultural dialogue and sustainable communication, according to UBD. - Xinhua
The Star
14-05-2025
- Health
- The Star
Universiti Brunei Darussalam salutes nurses and midwives' contributions
Nurses and Midwives Retreat Day: Cultivating self-care, resilience, and team spirit event. - Photo: UBD BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: The Nursing and Midwifery programme of the Pengiran Anak Puteri Rashidah Sa'adatul Bolkiah Institute of Health Sciences (PAPRSB IHS), in collaboration with the Nursing and Midwifery Student Body of Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), hosted the Nurses and Midwives Retreat Day: Cultivating Self-Care, Resilience, and Team Spirit on Monday (May 12) at the Main Lecture Theatre and Concourse Area, PAPRSB IHS Extension Building. The special event commemorated the International Day of the Midwife and International Nurses Day, aligning with the respective global themes 'Midwives: Critical in Every Crisis' and 'Our Nurses. Our Future. Caring for nurses strengthens economies.' It aimed to honour the invaluable contributions of nurses and midwives while fostering wellbeing, resilience, and solidarity among healthcare professionals. The guest of honour, Dean of PAPRSB IHS Professor Kenneth Kok Yuh Yen, officiated the event and emphasised the significance of nurturing a resilient and supported nursing and midwifery workforce. The retreat welcomed over 200 participants comprising student nurses and midwives, as well as professionals from various institutions and healthcare sectors. Attendees included representatives from higher education institutions: IBTE, Politeknik Brunei, and PAPRSB IHS, as well as key healthcare organisations such as the Ministry of Health (MoH), Ministry of Defence (MinDef), Jerudong Park Medical Centre (JPMC), JPMC College of Health Sciences (JCHS), Tamada Nursing Services, and Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah. The programme began with an inspiring sharing session by Senior Assistant Professor in Nursing and Midwifery Dr Khadizah Haji Abdul Mumin, titled 'Caring for the Caregivers: Building Perseverance and Resilience.' A mindful deep breathing session was then facilitated by Assistant Professor Dr Deeni Rudita Idris, offering participants an opportunity to recentre and ground themselves. This was followed by a mindfulness and poetry activity. The event concluded with energising team-building exercises led by Assistant Professor in Public Health Dr Sharimawati Sharbini. 'We hope this retreat will be a rejuvenating space for reflection, inspiration, and connection, empowering nurses and midwives to sustain compassionate care in their professional journeys,' said Dr Khadizah. Senator of the Nursing and Midwifery Student Body Rahmah Sabariah Razak, also shared her reflections: 'Organising this retreat has been a heartfelt initiative. It reminded us of the power of community, the importance of checking in with ourselves, and the value of supporting one another beyond clinical roles. We hope this marks the beginning of many more nurturing spaces for our future healthcare providers.' In celebration of UBD's 40th anniversary, the Nursing and Midwifery Programme at the PAPRSB IHS reflects on its vital role in shaping healthcare education in the nation. Since its inception, the programme has grown in strength and reputation, producing skilled, compassionate professionals who serve at the heart of Brunei Darussalam's healthcare system. This milestone not only marks four decades of academic excellence at UBD but also highlights the enduring commitment of the Nursing and Midwifery Programme to advancing health outcomes and nurturing future leaders in care. - Borneo Bulletin/ANN
