Sultan Leads Brunei In Showing Togetherness On National Day
By M K Anwar & CT Hj Mahmod

Bandar Seri Begawan - His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pcrtuan of Brunei yesterday attended the mass gathering with the rakyat to commemorate the 21st Anniversary of Brunei's Independence at the Taman Hj Sir Muda Omar Ali Saifuddien in the capital.

The word "Mandiri" or Self Reliance' in this year's National Day theme is a testament to the nation's hope to further strive and work both domestically and internationally.

This year's theme is also a continuation of the ideas and beliefs of patriotism that formed the core theme of last year's celebration.

The second segment of the field performance was titled `Young Generations'/ It was participated in by more than 1,500 eager students from different schools in the country.

This segment symbolised the young generation as the next generation that will propel the country further like what their forefathers did.

The final segment of the field performance was titled `Flora', which highlighted the country's dream to create a nation that is prosperous, developed and peaceful.

The colourful formations depicted the nation's flora and fauna, its peaceful surroundings and balanced development.

The field performances were accompanied by several patriotic songs.

One of the highlights of the event was the march past and assembly of several government ministries and departments, uniformed agencies, private sector, schools and other non-government associations.

A giant national flag and the national day logo were carried into the Taman.

A total of 46 higher academic institutions, colleges and schools made up the large part of the marching parade. After all the participants marched inside the Taman, the National Day oath was read.

The oath further renewed the commitment, loyalty and solidarity of the people to His Majesty and his leadership and at the same time to further maintain the sovereignty, peace and security of Brunei Darussalam.

Preparations for the National Day celebrations have been underway for several weeks and the enthusiasm shown by participants was conspicuous when they finally delivered yesterday.

The National Day celebration reached its climax with an overall display of patriotism by participants and the public present at the Taman. Colourful balloons were released from around the Taman and a special centrepiece in the middle of the Taman took shape.

More than 20,000 people attended the event that was broadcast live on television, beamed through the Brunei satellite channel. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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