Patriotic Fervour Sweeps Brunei
By Za'im Zaini, Yusrin Junaidi and Azrol Azmi

Bandar Seri Begawan - Bruneians from all walks of life gathered in Bandar Seri Begawan, as the 'y J nation's capital filled with masses of people both young and old to celebrate the National Day.

Patriotism swept the air as the parade and March past began.

People, especially youngsters like 15 yrold nk. Azimah Bte Pg Azahari, Nursyaz-wam Hj Yakib, NoorFairuzah Hani, Nur Mali izzati and Siti Nur Amani, students of in Sekolah Menengah Berakas were beaming with excitement as began their performances in the field.

Speaking to the Sunday Bulletin, they said it was their second attempt at performing to a large crowd.

They have been practising for months and had perfected their steps already. When they were asked if they knew the theme of this year's National Day; they all shouted "Iltizam Memperkasa Keupayaan Bangsa" or Commitment That Empowers A Nation's Capability, - in unison. The theme has a deep meaning for them and relates to the feeling of national pride.

Their feeling of the National Day they said “Was fitting encouragement for them who needed to boost their feelings of patriotism. They need encouragement to show the nation's sovereignty and instil in them a sense of pride.

24-year-old Yassin bin Affandi who was in the sidelines watching the National Day celebrations at the Taman said " I was lucky enough to get a chance' to watch this spectacle, as I work in the private sector.

I really needed to come to the Taman to watch this. Speaking on the meaning of National Day, he said, "It has deep meaning for me, as an "Anak Brunei" I am proud to celebrate our country's National Day, and it is part of my personal tradition to come down to the Taman".

He added, " This year's national day theme is suitable also for our younger generation as it's time they faced up to new challenges in the global arena to be part of a strong country standing high among others in the world.

This feeling was not only felt by youths but also by senior citizens.

First Warrant Officer (Rtd) Hj Moksin bin Md Tahir who was participating in a show of strength with a 110-strong member team of the "Pasukan Bekas Prajurit Brunei Darussalam" former army personnel Brunei Darussalam said “I am happy to be given the opportunity to join the National Day parade”.

"This year's National Day theme was fitting for our young nation to show its patriotic solidarity," he said. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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