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 a titah yesterday urged Bruneian students in Jordan to make full use of their opportunities studying in higher education institutions.
While visiting citizens, residents and students of Brunei Darussalam in Jordan, His Majesty reminded the students that there is a difficult future ahead where substantial human resources are needed. “These resources can be attained through accredited higher education institutions,” said the monarch.
His Majesty said students are fortunate individuals, having the opportunity to become leaders of the future. “In this regard, these opportunities are not to be wasted, as they only come once,” said His Majesty.
His Majesty said the success of students is always desired as they are greatly needed by the country as effective agents for development, be it in secular or spiritual matters.
His Majesty expressed his happiness and gratitude to be able to interact with the Bruneian people in Jordan and know first-hand their well-being, especially the students.
“Despite the small number of students in Jordan, this is very meaningful to the country,” said His Majesty, stating that the students are ‘ambassadors’, helping to establish warm ties between the Sultanate and Jordan.
“If the students are seen to be presentable, Brunei will also be seen as such,” said the monarch. “Therefore, students must prioritise good conduct with a strong grasp on religion.”
His Majesty said in the era of globalisation, there are many elements at work to bring harm, and stressed that these are found everywhere, “such as our homes, offices or schools”, and are not easily recognised unless there are signs and assistance from Allah the Almighty.
“Only then will we be safe from their ill intentions,” said the monarch.
“To gain this safety, we must fulfil the requirement of being loyal to Allah the Almighty.” To this end, His Majesty expressed hope for the students to fulfil the requirement and avoid all difficulties while achieving success in their studies as a reward or blessing for their piety.
His Majesty is in Jordan to attend the royal wedding ceremony of the son of His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein, the King of Jordan, His Royal Highness Prince Al Hussein, the Crown Prince of Jordan with Rajwa Khalid Alseif.
Accompanying His Majesty in Jordan is His Royal Highness Prince ‘Abdul Mateen, who was also at the meeting with Bruneians at the InterContinental Amman Hotel.
Upon arrival at the hotel, His Majesty was greeted by Ambassador of Brunei Darussalam to Jordan Haji Mahadi bin Haji Maidin; President of the Brunei Students’ Union (BSU) in Jordan Muhammad Hisyamuddin bin Haji Mahadini and BSU in Jordan Vice-President Muhammad Khairul Azmi bin Haji Hassan.
The BSU president expressed gratitude to His Majesty and the government for providing them with the opportunity to pursue their studies abroad, including privileges such as allowances for accommodation, transportation, healthcare and other related expenses.
The BSU president stressed that the opportunity to learn from experts in Islamic higher education institutions will give graduates firm religious knowledge to balance duniawi and ukhrawi values. Meanwhile, the invaluable experience of studying and living in an environment where Arabic is an official language can help in practising and strengthening the use of Arabic, he said.
His Majesty and His Royal Highness arrived in Jordan yesterday.
Upon arrival at the Royal Pavilion of Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, His Majesty was welcomed by Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Makram Mustafa Al-Queisi and Mayor of Amman Dr Yousef Al-Shawarbeh.
The royal wedding ceremony began yesterday.
