Bruneians should use technology boom wisely as it brings both benefit and misfortune.

Although technology has brought diversity of lifestyles among the world community only a healthy, blessed and safe communications can bring success and prosperity, said His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam in his titah at the opening of the Knowledge Convention 2016 yesterday.

The monarch added that he is aware that the whole world is connected with transportation network and sophisticated Information and Communications Technology (ICT) which guarantees quick and efficient management for future progress.

"Recently, my government has launched a programme to enhance the public transportation system towards attaining economic development. The establishment of authoritative bodies - like the Maritime and Port Authority as well as Public Transportation Authority is also actively assessed to design a transportation system. Many challenges remain, among them include the provision of infrastructure, traffic congestion and safe use of roads," the monarch added.

His Majesty further remarked that besides being urged to enhance our piety and it is important for the people to deepen their knowledge as a source of enlightenment in their lives.

"I am glad to see that the gathering of intellectuals and experts is further enlivened in this country and this platform is crucial for us to deepen anything relating to the development of the people," he added.

This year's convention carries the theme 'Generating Blessed and Safe Communications, the Catalyst of the Ummah's Well-being', which His Majesty noted is a relevant theme in discussing the role of communication in the development of the people and the nation, especially in this era of globalisation without borders.

"We are told to look after our relations with Allah the Almighty and fellow humans. Our ties with Allah the Almighty are based on faith, piety and goodwill. In other words, every good deed in this world links us to get blessings from Allah the Almighty in the days of the hereafter.

"Meanwhile our ties with fellow humans are in the context of diplomatic relations, social, economy and so on that brings peace, prosperity and mutual benefits. If such communication is not present, we will not get anything that is beneficial and good. Every developing nation needs a community that is dynamic, has social mobility as well as a strong and competitive economy. This aspiration could only be attained with effective communication systems that are able to handle various movements, goods, services and information," His Majesty said.

"Smooth communication opens up market opportunities, jobs and wider economic avenue. An excellent communication and transportation system is in line with the Islamic teachings to facilitate-Ummah to move in this world to gain knowledge and wealth," the monarch added.

"In line with Syariah needs and integrated approach from all the government agencies, I am convinced that the Knowledge Convention this year can elaborate the term 'Blessed and Safe Communications' as what we are hoping for," concluded His Majesty.

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