When Universiti Brunei Darussalam’s Vice-Chancellor Dr. Hazri bin Haji Kifle took to the stage at the Times Higher Education Asia Universities Summit 2026 in Hong Kong last week, his message was direct: universities cannot afford to be bystanders in the climate transition. Speaking on a panel titled Beyond Net Zero: Asia’s Blueprint for a Just...Read More
Office of University Alumni (UniALUMNI), Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), convened a Research-to-Policy Roundtable as part of its Inclusive Futures initiative, bringing together alumni, academics, industry practitioners, and government representatives to foster meaningful dialogue and collaboration at the intersection of research, policy, and practice. The roundtable served as a platform to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world application, with...Read More
Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) continues to advance community-focused sustainability initiatives through the UBD Sustainability Living Lab, bringing in international expertise to guide and strengthen local implementation. In conjunction with InnovFest 2026, UBD hosted Ts. Dr Nor Azizi Yusoff, Senior Lecturer from Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) and Chairman of the Muar Living Lab, to share practical insights on implementing sustainable community development models. During his visit,...Read More
Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) and Kensana Health Inc. announced a strategic partnership to position Brunei Darussalam as a global leader in plant-based drug development, also known as phytopharmaceuticals. The collaboration aims to unlock the potential of the Borneo rainforest while ensuring the protection and preservation of one of the world’s most pristine biological ecosystems. The collaboration was formalised by the signing of a Memorandum...Read More
The Brunei Darussalam Library Association (BLA), in collaboration with Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), officially opened the BLA–UBD Joint Conference 2026, themed “Access to Knowledge and Future Literacies: Moving Beyond Predictions”, at the Central Lecture Theatres, UBD. The three-day conference, held from 28th to 30th April 2026, marks a significant milestone as BLA celebrates its 40th anniversary since...Read More
Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) has officially launched ‘InnovFest 2026’, its flagship biannual innovation and entrepreneurship festival, reinforcing its commitment to advancing innovation capabilities and strengthening industry collaboration in Brunei Darussalam. The event was held at Inspiring Hub, UBD from 28th to 29th April 2026. Held under the theme ‘Innovate, Sustain and Scale,’ the festival brings together students, researchers, start-ups, alumni ventures and industry partners on a dynamic...Read More
His Excellency Mr. Lê Hoài Trung, Member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of Viet Nam and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam, visited Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) on 28th April 2026. His Excellency was welcomed at the UBD Library by Vice-Chancellor Dr Hazri Haji Kifle, alongside UBD senior management, staff and students. Also present was His Excellency Tran Anh Vu, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary...Read More
Her Excellency Kaja Kallas, High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission visited Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) on 27 April 2026. The visit began at the Pro Chancellor Arts Centre, where Her Excellency was welcomed by UBD Vice-Chancellor, Yang Mulia Dr Hazri bin Haji Kifle, members of...Read More
Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) took literal steps in the fight against sedentary lifestyle, demonstrating solidarity and a strong sense of community with its achievements in the BN On The Move (BNOTM) Championship 2025. For the collective effort of UBD staff and students, UBD was awarded second place for ‘The Most Engaged Team (Higher Education Sector) and third place for ‘The Most Active Team (Higher Education...Read More
Universiti Brunei Darussalam’s (UBD) weekly Quranic Journey programme at Masjid Universiti was made more significant on 24th April 2026 as staff and students gathered in preparation for upcoming examinations and Hajj pilgrimage. Professor Dr Haji Noor Azam Orang Kaya Maha Bijaya (OKMB) Haji Othman, UBD Deputy Vice-Chancellor, together with university officials, staff, students, and invited guests joined in the Sembahyang Sunat...Read More
