Premier Talk alleged Muslims’ Scientific Discovery preceded West

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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: The West should thank the Islamic civilization which acts as a catalyst to the development of science and technology in this era. This was among the content of a Premier Talk at the Convention Knowledge 2014 entitled ‘Sains Umat Islam Mendahului Zaman’ (Muslims’ Science Ahead of its Time), ©BRUDIRECT.COM reported.

Her Majesty Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha consented to attend the premier talk at the International Convention Centre (ICC) in Berakas. The premier talk is part of the national programs marking the 68th birthday anniversary of His Majesty the Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, the Sultan and the Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam.

Accompanying Her Majesty were Her Royal Highness Princess Hajah Rashidah Saadatul Bolkiah and Her Royal Highness Princess Hajah Majeedah Nuurul Bulqiah, Her Royal Highness Princess Hajah Masna and Her Royal Highness Princess Hajah Umi Khalthum Al-Islam.

Upon arrival, Her Majesty the Raja Isteri and the royal entourage were greeted by the Minister of Home Affairs, Yang Berhormat Pehin Udana Khatib Dato Paduka Seri Setia Ustaz Hj Awg Badaruddin Pengarah Dato Paduka Hj Othman, as the Co-chairman of the Steering Committee of the Knowledge Convention; the Deputy Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), Dato Paduka Awg Hj Abd Wahab Juned, as the Chairman of the Committee of the Premier Talk of the Knowledge Convention and other members of the Knowledge Convention 2014 Steering Committee.

The function began with the recitation of Surah Al-Fatihah led by Yang Berhormat Pehin Siraja Khatib Dato Paduka Seri Setia Dr Ustaz Hj Awg Yahya Hj Ibrahim.

The Deputy Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office, in his capacity as the Chairman of the Committee of the Premier Talk of the Knowledge Convention 2014 in his welcoming speech among others touched on the theme of this year’s Knowledge Convention, ‘Sains dan Teknologi Pemangkin Pembangunan dan Meningkatkan Kualiti Kehidupan Ummah’ (Science and Technology – the Catalyst of Development and Improves the Quality of Life of the Ummah).

Invited lecturer, the Managing Director of Danial Zainal Consultancy Malaysia, Dr Danial Zainal Abidin in his Premier Talk entitled ‘Sains Umat Islam Mendahului Zaman’ among others shared on the greatness of Muslim scholars and scientists.

Doa Selamat was read by Yang Berhormat Pehin Siraja Khatib Dato Paduka Seri Setia Dr. Ustaz Hj Awg Yahya Hj Ibrahim.

Her Majesty and other members of the royal family then view the Knowledge Convention Exhibition 2014. The exhibition features on materials with the concept of knowledge and information on the role of science and technology as the catalyst in providing infrastructure as well as in enhancing the quality of life of the people in this country. The exhibition also displays the achievement of Muslim scientists in the era of Islamic Civilization.

The exhibition also showcases the country’s policies in protecting environment and efforts carried out by the government of His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam in enhancing the quality of life of the Ummah through the contribution of science and technology.

Also exhibited are achievements made by the country’s higher learning institutions’ researchers in the field of science, technology and innovation as an encouragement as well as to provide awareness on the importance and research opportunities given by the government.

The Almarhum Sultan Haji Omar Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien Memorial Gallery, meanwhile, focuses on the excellent leadership of His Majesty and His Majesty’s father, Almarhum Sultan Haji Omar Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien in developing Brunei Darussalam. The eight-day Knowledge Convention Exhibition is to conclude on November 4 2014 (Tuesday).

Her Majesty presence at the Premier Talk portrays Her Majesty’s strong support for the country’s Muslims to always strive harder towards enhancing the knowledge for the development of individual, Muslim community and the nation.