| Syazwani Hj Rosli |
THE Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA) through its Library Section and Research and Publication Centre yesterday launched its book fair named Ma’rad al-Kutub at the university’s library.
The book fair will be held for three days until tomorrow, from 8am – 4.30pm.
The guest of honour at the launch was the university’s Rector, Dr Haji Norarfan bin Haji Zainal, who highlighted that Ma’rad al-Kutub is a platform for the development of knowledge and motivation for academic excellence in the country and at the same time to inspire the younger generations towards the love of gaining new knowledge.
He hoped to see other activities to be included in the next Ma’rad al-Kutub such as discussions featuring book authors, writing workshops and others.
Dr Haji Norarfan said the launch of the Exchange of Publication Materials between UNISSA and Religious Teachers University College of Seri Begawan (KUPU SB) is aimed towards adding to their library collection references relating to teaching, learning and research.
“It is hoped that such exchange will continue in the future and students as well as academics will gain benefits from the publications of both institutions,” he said.
The event continued with the presentation of certificates to the agencies and participants involved in the event which included KUPU SB, Islamic Da’wah Centre, Brunei History Centre, Centre for Strategic and Policy Studies, State Mufti’s Office, Museums Department, Language and Literature Bureau and National Standards Centre of the Prime Minister’s Office as well as bookstores including al-Araby Bookstore, Asfi Book World, Syarikat Seri Sikuna and Umitech.
It was followed by a book exchange between Dr Haji Norarfan and Acting Deputy Ra’es of KUPU SB, Dr Abang Haji Hadzmin bin Abang Haji Taha.
The objective of Ma’rad al-Kutub is to provide awareness among students and academics as well as the public of books published by the government and sold across the nation.
Also present were the Deputy Rector of UNISSA, Dr Haji Mohammed Hussain bin Pehin Penyurat Haji Ahmad; Acting Deputy Ra’es of KUPU SB; and senior officers from both institutions.
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