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Some Government Servants ‘Robots' His Majesty Says
Some Government Servants ‘Robots' His Majesty Says
Some Government Servants ‘Robots' His Majesty Says
Last Updated on Wednesday, 15 July 2009 02:43 Written by Ignatius Stephen & Hj Shamsul DP Suni Monday, 13 July 2009 23:51
His Majesty the Sultan of Brunei
Briefing at Disaster Centre
BREAKING NEWS:
Bandar Seri Begawan - In a hard hitting Royal message clearly displeased with the performance of some of his top civil servants the Brunei ruler called their attitude robotic.
They failed to take necessary decisions when mandated to do so, he charged.
In his wide ranging 35-minute royal briefing he also questioned the need for his ministers and deputy ministers to bring large entourage with them to trips abroad.
Perhaps, he feels, it is for their personal benefit. Is that a good idea? He asked. The monarch did not think so. On the other hand a junior officer often travelled alone. Even the embassy in that country would not know about his trip. Is that wise, the ruler asked. Who is going to help him in case of trouble? Being not concerned about the lower rank is not the mark of a good leader.
Some civil servants lack commonsense and are without initiative. All the time they have to be told what to do, the monarch declared in admonishing them.
If they are not told what to do then they would not do anything at all even though they had the mandate to make suitable decisions and take necessary steps that had to do with the safety and the welfare of their officers, the ruler added.
He took the spread of the H1N1 pandemic in the country as an example whereby the heads of departments' defiance in not having the commonsense, ignoring the guidelines set by the Health Ministry, as they continued sending officers abroad.
They were waiting for the directive from the Prime Minister's office on July 7 telling them what to do, the monarch said. But there were some department heads that had the wisdom in not sending their people abroad.
The Brunei ruler was speaking at a briefing of the National Management Disaster Centre in Berakas. He told them to be ready at all times and be on the look out for any potential national disasters such as terrorism, tsunamis or earthquakes.
There have been recently floods, landslides and swine flu pandemic. And these have affected the social activities and resulted in the suspension of the Royal Birthday Celebrations, the ruler told them.
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written by Sleeping Beauty , July 14, 2009
Tis was what our monarch shud do long tym b4. N alhamdulillah,our HM'S r d best decision-maker,so do not let ourselves forgot what world we r stepping on. MIB owez right. So,plez adapt it in our life includes our routine life,nvr 4get once ISLAM was our choice so then our government monarch system. Wake up bruneian! Long Live The Sultan,amin.
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written by I LOVE MY KING , July 14, 2009
When we fulfill ALL stated and published [newspapers, media, noticeboard outside PR unit]conditions required for obtaining a BRUNEI PR, and even pass the several interviews, why is it that when the application finally reaches the Home Affairs Ministry for final approval, ALL applications are turned down? Deserving, good people's applications are turned down but crooked people get it. Often, we hear of PRs being caught smuggling, and doing illegal activities. isn't it proof of How WRONGLY people are selected for granting PRs? The bad get it. The good never are given a chance.
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written by Respect for HM , July 14, 2009
This should be a real eye opener for all the cabinets that has abused thier power for thier own benefits. Empowerment is something that lacks in these people.. delegating is done unprofessionally. It is time to bring in the new generation in order to keep Brunei up to speed.. we need to stand up and face the music.. not run away from it...
Brunei can florish and be a market leader.. all we need is the right people to drive this.... HM.. he's definitely done the right thing... I salute you!
A loyal servant currently residing in UK...
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Brunei can florish and be a market leader.. all we need is the right people to drive this.... HM.. he's definitely done the right thing... I salute you!
A loyal servant currently residing in UK...
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written by Bruman , July 14, 2009
It was actually not quite surprising although quite painful to hear. Whatever His Majesty said last night, I wish the people will take them with wholeheartedly and start doing what he says because he is our king. We love our king and he knows the very best for all of us. Daulat Kebawah Duli Tuan Patik..
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written by P.H.A Rahman , July 14, 2009
We love His Majesty our Sultan, the Best leader in the world. Leaders of the world including Barak Obama should learn from him then the world can be as peaceful as Brunei.
To those who feel they are the one whom HM was mentioning, please resign from your post. Thank you.. May ALLAH SUB'HANAHU WA TA'ALA bless His Majesty and his Family. Amin
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To those who feel they are the one whom HM was mentioning, please resign from your post. Thank you.. May ALLAH SUB'HANAHU WA TA'ALA bless His Majesty and his Family. Amin
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written by amir , July 14, 2009
I agree with Happyman.
Just to point out... During the flood last time... takes a few days to respond then too late.. DISASTER!!! No power, No communication... houses lost!... Now H1N1.... Breaking 300 cases soon...
Dont be afraid to make decision immediately. Learn from mistake... don't learn when its already too late... Now i'm embarrassed that our country is one of the H1N1 biggest impact area! Its the fact. Thermometer and sanitizer... mana tia...? Habis? solution... wakil negara tani.... call up the companies overseas... duit emergency kena peruntukan ada... make decision... buy it!. Dont go through Channel masa distribution.... i say it out loud! Kids and Orang Emas di utamakan....! jgn buang masa.... National Emergency...!!! Buat tia sebelum reach 1000... I wish all this disaster never happen! BAHAPA TIA DURANG!
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Just to point out... During the flood last time... takes a few days to respond then too late.. DISASTER!!! No power, No communication... houses lost!... Now H1N1.... Breaking 300 cases soon...
Dont be afraid to make decision immediately. Learn from mistake... don't learn when its already too late... Now i'm embarrassed that our country is one of the H1N1 biggest impact area! Its the fact. Thermometer and sanitizer... mana tia...? Habis? solution... wakil negara tani.... call up the companies overseas... duit emergency kena peruntukan ada... make decision... buy it!. Dont go through Channel masa distribution.... i say it out loud! Kids and Orang Emas di utamakan....! jgn buang masa.... National Emergency...!!! Buat tia sebelum reach 1000... I wish all this disaster never happen! BAHAPA TIA DURANG!
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written by Urang Brunei , July 14, 2009
This should be a warning towards the civil servant whom has had to know what they have been doing or should do for the past so many years, not just today or yesterday or now, but even before that.
This is one would say a ' kick on their own ' . WOuld they be improving their acts and behaviour in maintaining administration and public services at the level they should be ? Yes they Should!
A serious matter this is, even HM would have to interfere of the civil servants discrepency in their job or overall Administration. And we thought they are the qualified individual being chosen to take their position and job. I hope they realise who is suppose to be qualified now in running the government and agencies or even departments to do a JOB properly.
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This is one would say a ' kick on their own ' . WOuld they be improving their acts and behaviour in maintaining administration and public services at the level they should be ? Yes they Should!
A serious matter this is, even HM would have to interfere of the civil servants discrepency in their job or overall Administration. And we thought they are the qualified individual being chosen to take their position and job. I hope they realise who is suppose to be qualified now in running the government and agencies or even departments to do a JOB properly.
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written by Hanlee , July 14, 2009
Daulat Kebawah Duli Tuanku,
It is a wake up call for every single Bruneians...This is especially for the Government servants from top to bottom. We know recently it was mentioned that missmanagment costs millions and this is a sad thing. I hope those in the managment or so call manager open their eyes and start to manage. That is expected out of u. Being in management ones should know the art to manage and PLAN AHEAD. BUT this will only happen if u can predict what will b expected out the situation at present.....BUKAN menunggu HM betitah then baru tengadahh...This is ur obligation as people in the management..To the subordinates in the Government servant (not all) start to improve on ur attitude towards ur work, HM Government pay us salary so that we can give n this is will be achieved if ones has the righ attitude towards their work...Islam I believe or any other religions stress on this..The money u gain will b HARAM if ur attitude on ur work is wrong...
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It is a wake up call for every single Bruneians...This is especially for the Government servants from top to bottom. We know recently it was mentioned that missmanagment costs millions and this is a sad thing. I hope those in the managment or so call manager open their eyes and start to manage. That is expected out of u. Being in management ones should know the art to manage and PLAN AHEAD. BUT this will only happen if u can predict what will b expected out the situation at present.....BUKAN menunggu HM betitah then baru tengadahh...This is ur obligation as people in the management..To the subordinates in the Government servant (not all) start to improve on ur attitude towards ur work, HM Government pay us salary so that we can give n this is will be achieved if ones has the righ attitude towards their work...Islam I believe or any other religions stress on this..The money u gain will b HARAM if ur attitude on ur work is wrong...
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written by Supporters , July 14, 2009
Since HM blasted in his titah, I hope those people should not take advantage misuse the Government fund or abuse their authority.
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written by LP , July 14, 2009
It is high time for govt servants to do something...n also applications for national housing. It has a long list of applicants why does it takes a very long time? Is waiting 15 to 20 years a standard criteriato get a house?. Does His Majesty knows about this?? Hope these people start to clear up their work.
Last but not least, I would like to wish His Majesty, Happy 63th Birthday & Daulat Kebawah Duli Tuan Patik.
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Last but not least, I would like to wish His Majesty, Happy 63th Birthday & Daulat Kebawah Duli Tuan Patik.
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written by DrVirus , July 14, 2009
I hope those Ministers with their big fat wallet do something now instead of backstabbing HM. Thank God for the Titah. We the rakyat will ALWAYS SUPPORT YOU HM! You are a true leader and i guess the ONLY leader i know in this world who takes care of his people and at the same time hold strong faith in Islam. Long Live His Majesty!
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written by Lv.Degodam , July 14, 2009
Apa rasanya wahai Robot yg nada otak?! Baru kamu tau kana cakapi leh HM. Mcm kana tampiling x rasanya tu ah. Robot robot jua, agatah start kai jantung manusia. Iatah kamukan menganiaya urg sja. Padan muka kamu robot betagar!
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written by Tinggi-Tinggi Payau Tapi Aku Nda Terasa lolz , July 14, 2009
That was the best speech from HM in my life..I supported it 110%. Salute U..
To all Yang Berkenaan..wake up jgn tdo..jgn angguk2 n geleng2, iatah tu nah..sblum membuat keputusan,kaji dulu..jan ikut rasa..nah kan binasa jadinya haha...napa? kepanasan n nda naman tdo smlm? sbr sja hahaha
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To all Yang Berkenaan..wake up jgn tdo..jgn angguk2 n geleng2, iatah tu nah..sblum membuat keputusan,kaji dulu..jan ikut rasa..nah kan binasa jadinya haha...napa? kepanasan n nda naman tdo smlm? sbr sja hahaha
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written by Anonymous , July 14, 2009
sultan is very kind and nice. but too bad the ministers.... (got to stop here before i hurl insults)
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written by N , July 14, 2009
This is one of the reasons why the people of Brunei love and respect His Majesty. Long live the Sultan of Brunei =D
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written by hamim , July 14, 2009
SUBJECT UGAMA BE one of the core subject.
I'm 1000% agree with this.
With the growing of internet users among our youngsters, only pelajaran "UGAMA" can help them with regards to their moral, habit and attitude ...
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I'm 1000% agree with this.
With the growing of internet users among our youngsters, only pelajaran "UGAMA" can help them with regards to their moral, habit and attitude ...
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written by Brunei People , July 14, 2009
Great Titah given by the Sultan of Brunei. Bruneians 'WE NEED TO CHANGE'
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written by sedburgh , July 14, 2009
Really proud to be a bruneian!! We as bruneians are blessed with such a GREAT ruler. He is really my IDOL...Sorry MJ....
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written by Hjamirul , July 14, 2009
Well, to admit. I feel really sorry for our ruler.. He has provided us with just about everything that Bruneians want.. Free Education, Health Expanses, Homes (PERPINDAHAN) and so many more.. Just name it.. But, in stead of returning the favor it seems like we're a little bit too proud of it..
This is what people like to say "nah.. kana sebigi.." And thats the truth..
Even though i am not employed under the government, I can see, hear and feel how the system runs.. And we all know that it's a little bit off pace and needs some improvements. But the only thing that stops us is 'fear'.. And now My King.. Your King just had enough..
come on.. How many times have we heard from friends and relitives about them not being happy by how things are so slow.. and everytime we want an answer it's always, apa kata org?? "masih dalam process..." but until when are we going to improve on that type of attitude? The HM's absalutely 100% correct on reminding all of us to have a more "PROACTIVE" attitude.. And to that, my only theory is that, it's not for only those people or departments.. BUT TO ALL OF US.. Government or non-government workers.. Top Officials or low ranked employees..
On top of all that, i really hope what HM has let out (in frustration or not?).. That we can do our best in giving back HM's kindness..
Insha'Allah
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This is what people like to say "nah.. kana sebigi.." And thats the truth..
Even though i am not employed under the government, I can see, hear and feel how the system runs.. And we all know that it's a little bit off pace and needs some improvements. But the only thing that stops us is 'fear'.. And now My King.. Your King just had enough..
come on.. How many times have we heard from friends and relitives about them not being happy by how things are so slow.. and everytime we want an answer it's always, apa kata org?? "masih dalam process..." but until when are we going to improve on that type of attitude? The HM's absalutely 100% correct on reminding all of us to have a more "PROACTIVE" attitude.. And to that, my only theory is that, it's not for only those people or departments.. BUT TO ALL OF US.. Government or non-government workers.. Top Officials or low ranked employees..
On top of all that, i really hope what HM has let out (in frustration or not?).. That we can do our best in giving back HM's kindness..
Insha'Allah
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written by DEAN , July 14, 2009
Long live the greatest KING in the world!
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written by haha , July 14, 2009
hahaha.. baru kamu tau pehin2 and datuk2.. apa rasanya kana marahi atu? nyamannn?? selama ani kamu sanang2 and sesuka hati saja memarahi orang bawahan kamu ani.. ani rasai tah kamu ketulahan atas sumpah2 rakyat rah kamu...
padan muha kamu atu... haha
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padan muha kamu atu... haha
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written by WAITING FOR A PR. , July 14, 2009
The late Princess Diana was called the PEOPLE'S PRINCESS. Our beloved Monarch is THE PEOPLE'S KING. DAULAT KEBAWAH DULI TUAN PATIK! We all, GREEN, YELLOW, RED IC LOVE YOU!
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written by shussh , July 14, 2009
this may be out of topic...almost everywhere in brunei..the customer services is bad....both in the government sector and also private compared to other countries :s and i don't even know why students that were given scholarship outside of the country, namely UK or Australia...especially the BRUNEIAN MALAY MUSLIM spent their scholarship money to party, going to pubs drinking alcohol and all and meybe some cud still get bright result but most of them i gez gets class 3.cmon! the ministry should check this out.di brunei pun ah..ish.mmbri sasak anak2 muda ka tua ka pulis ka ia urg bank ka ia doktor ka nurse ka cikgu ka ia...nma nya brunei islam melayu..'minum' durang bah d mna2..where are the polices?urg kja sma kdn and pulis urg samseng jua..manakan bala menimpa.
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written by AntiHero , July 14, 2009
Hahahahahahahahahahahahahaha apa rasa nya. Oren?
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written by chin , July 14, 2009
they will never wakeup. titah wiil go in from left ear & out from right ear 
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written by brunei people , July 14, 2009
salam ole brunei,its was great titah,so like wht H.M sad,kemiskinan buleh membuat padah,ia atu sma jua dgn segi kewangan,so kepada pegawai2 atasan dont be a robot,kn meloan pun payah,kn minta pengasahan gaji g pun payah,kn meloan kawin pun pyah,bank meapprovekn sdh sal gaji,thu kn tuan m ,jika org itu terdesak di sebabkan kewangan akan membwa kepada jenayah.,,,,,,,,,
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written by This is Brunei , July 14, 2009
Well done Your Majesty!!!! It's about time for HM to address these problems. Unfortunately, this has been going on for a very long time your Majesty. The so-called orang basar2 and pegawai2 tinggi in the ministry are too comfort in their exclusive zone. There are too many incompetent people running the show. Most of the ministers have done almost nothing while they are up there other than just becoming guest of honours at functions!
I have lots more to say but let me just say that what Your Majesty did was excellent! We, your loyal subject, are all behind you.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY AND LONG LIVE MY DEAR KING!
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I have lots more to say but let me just say that what Your Majesty did was excellent! We, your loyal subject, are all behind you.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY AND LONG LIVE MY DEAR KING!
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written by Rakyat mu , July 14, 2009
I am really proud & terharu dgn HM. Kan menangis ku mndgr titah nya...DAULAT TUANKU. We THANK U.
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written by Mpower , July 15, 2009
Titah HM atu panjang dan komplit.kepada yang berkenaan faham kah nda.? Jangan sampai menunggu titah ke dua pasal yang sama.atu bukan nya haba tu.Robot abis bateri.BTW.Selamt puja usia .DAULAT KEBAWAH DULI TUAN PATIK.!
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written by Loyal Citizen , July 15, 2009
HM,we have never doubted your love for your people.You have always done the best for the people and above all,you are the best king with a beautiful heart.I sincerely hope that all relevant departments will now seriously look into the needs of the people and please speed up as my application for the housing scheme has been pending ever since nov,07.I am yet to receive the surat perkenaan in order for me to at least get a transit house(barek)but each time I call up the housing dept to enquire,all they would answer is "masih dalam process".It's really painful to hear such answers from them.Please,try and understand our problems too!
I would like to take this golden opportunity to wish HM on his 63rd birthday:
'HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO HIS MAJESTY,MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND SHOWER HIS BLESSINGS UPON YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR BEING THERE FOR THE PEOPLE.
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I would like to take this golden opportunity to wish HM on his 63rd birthday:
'HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO HIS MAJESTY,MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND SHOWER HIS BLESSINGS UPON YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR BEING THERE FOR THE PEOPLE.
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written by WAITING FOR A PR , July 15, 2009
Heal our world, make it a better place for you and for me, and the entire people deserving a PR but always rejected for NO KNOWN REASON. Long live HIS MAJESTY!
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written by THE HONEST GUY , July 15, 2009
Count the number of people who have got PRs under the NEW (2006)categories this year. Someone said it was almost zero. Why? Pass all the many interviews and then the final interview but get rejected at Home Affairs Ministry. Why? How come? How many PRs got caught doing crimes this year in Brunei? Isn't it many? Conclusion? Wrong selection of PRs.
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written by RaByTs , July 15, 2009
Assalammualaikum...
congratulations! as many have said, it shouldve been done earlier. personally, ive realized the changes of HM's actions/decisions towards the national well-being just few years ago. its a good change though. not only for the locals but those who are staying in Brunei.
not every top government servant are criticised for all their actions. some or rather few, are good bunch of people. but one have to bear in mind that some were influence by their bosses as well. its either u do it for his personal interest or serve the King and its people for everyones' interest.
many of us know how to criticise and all but there is still a need of medium to convey our message.
Daulat Kebawah Duli Tuan Patik.
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congratulations! as many have said, it shouldve been done earlier. personally, ive realized the changes of HM's actions/decisions towards the national well-being just few years ago. its a good change though. not only for the locals but those who are staying in Brunei.
not every top government servant are criticised for all their actions. some or rather few, are good bunch of people. but one have to bear in mind that some were influence by their bosses as well. its either u do it for his personal interest or serve the King and its people for everyones' interest.
many of us know how to criticise and all but there is still a need of medium to convey our message.
Daulat Kebawah Duli Tuan Patik.
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