| Daniel Lim |
MANAGING Director of Brunei Shell Petroleum Company Sdn Bhd (BSP) Dr Ceri M Powell witnessed the Belait District get-together ceremony held in conjunction with 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’s 72nd birthday celebration with great jubilation.
She shared that together with her colleagues, she was able to celebrate His Majesty’s 72nd birthday celebrations by experiencing the love and loyalty of the Belait District residents.
“It’s my second time at the get-together ceremony, and I am proud to be a part of this occasion, and celebrating it with our local colleagues as well as other staff from over 27 nationalities across the world,” she said.
Dr Powell also noted that all members of BSP, Brunei Shell Marketing Company Sdn Bhd (BSM), and Brunei Gas Carriers Sdn Bhd (BGC) were present and excited to meet His Majesty.
Reflecting on her first time participating in the event, she said that the celebration for His Majesty’s birthday has always been joyous, and one way to honour the leadership of His Majesty.
“There are many beautiful events held over the course of the year in Brunei, but I think the birthday celebration is a special moment for the district,” she said, and highlighted that the community is given the opportunity to give a wonderful performance to showcase their love for His Majesty.
Managing Director of BGC John Cook noted that he had participated in last year’s celebration shortly after arriving in Brunei.
Having spent over 18 months in Brunei has also enabled him to acclimatise to the climate and food.
“It is a great privilege to be here, and I think it is a show of great effort not only by the local communities, but also the government and companies that turn up to celebrate His Majesty’s birthday in the Belait District,” he said.
He expressed hope on behalf of the management and staff of BGC for His Majesty’s good health and continued benevolent rule to achieve success and happiness for the country.