THE Parliament of Australia is set to host delegates from across Asean in a bid to strengthen relationships between regional parliaments and provide insights into Australia’s political system.
YB Khairunnisa binti Haji Ash’ari, a member of Brunei’s Legislative Council (LegCo), will represent the Sultanate in this year’s programme, taking place from November 22 to 29, with delegates visiting Melbourne, regional Victoria and Canberra.
The annual programme will include meetings with various Australian parliament members and senior government officials. Delegates will also attend ‘Question Time’ in both the House of Representatives and Senate, where ministers are called upon to explain government decisions and actions.
Nicola Rosenblum, the Australian High Commissioner to Brunei Darussalam, said, “The programme is designed for younger or newly elected Members of Parliament with the objective of helping them build Asean-wide networks that will benefit them throughout their careers.”
She added, “Brunei has been an enthusiastic participant in the past and we are honoured that its Legislative Council has once again nominated another strong candidate to contribute to this year’s programme.”
The high commissioner was present at the Brunei International Airport to bid farewell to YB Khairunnisa, who left for Melbourne on November 21.
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