Daniel Lim
The Dudun Language and Literature Bureau (DBP), an initiative to dignify the Malay language continued their event at the DBP Kampong Pandan Library yesterday.
The event held in conjunction with this year’s Language Month attended by Legislative Council (LegCo) member and Penghulu of Mukim Bukit Sawat Yang Berhormat Haji Mohd Salleh bin Haji Othman as the guest of honour.
The event began with an aerobic session, to prepare the attendees for the games and activities which included quizzes and exhibitions.
The Dudun DBP also showcased booths aiming to promote the use of the Malay Language, its culture and traditions as well as local entrepreneurs and Village Consultative Councils (MPK) of Belait District selling a variety of products.
DBP hoped that the event will encourage residents to have a better understanding and the proper use of the Malay Language.
LegCo member and Village Head of Kampong Bukit Sawat Yang Berhormat Mohammad bin Abdullah @ Lim Swee Ann, representatives and members from local groups were also present.