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Dusun Ethnic Symposium

 

 


In an effort to preserve the heritage and strengthen the cultural identity of the Dusun and Bisaya communities, the Sang Jati Dusun Ethnic Symposium was held in conjunction with the Adau Gayoh Celebration. The symposium themed “Kasintoh" is a term in the Dusun and Bisaya languages, which means 'TO REMEMBER'. The event took place at the Tutong District Civic Centre, 12th May morning.

 

Present was Awang Haji Mohammad Sofian bin Haji Basri, Acting Tutong District Officer. It was organised by the Kampung Pengkalan Mau, Bakiau and Batang Mitus Consultative Councils, in collaboration with the Tutong District Mukim and Village Institutions and Members of the Executive Committee of Dusun and Bisaya Customs of Brunei Darussalam. It brought together scholars, community leaders and the public to discuss the heritage, history and future of the two ethnics. A total of 11 key papers and four accompanying working papers were presented involving the participation of local and foreign speakers including those from Sabah. Also present were Members of the Legislative Council.

 

SOURCE/AUTHOR : RTB NEWS

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