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TOKYO, JEPUN – Tentera Laut Diraja Brunei (TLDB) dengan bangganya telah menyertai 13th Western Pacific Naval Symposium Short Term Exchange Program (WPNS STEP) yang berlangsung di Tokyo, Jepun, dari 29 September hingga 7 Oktober 2025. Program ini menghimpunkan 30 angkatan laut dari seluruh rantau bagi memperkukuhkan usaha bersama ke arah memupuk persefahaman, kerjasama dan dialog dalam keselamatan maritim serantau.
Bertemakan “Sea of Trust – Cooperation among Maritime Forces for Addressing Challenges”, program ini bertujuan membina keyakinan dan mempererat kerjasama antara angkatan laut yang mengambil bahagian. Para delegasi daripada 30 negara termasuk Australia, China, India dan Amerika Syarikat telah berkongsi pandangan dan pengalaman berkaitan pelbagai isu maritim yang menjadi kepentingan bersama.
TLDB telah diwakili oleh Leftenan Komander Abu Qusyairi Hj Yacob, TLDB, yang turut mengambil bahagian dalam siri perbincangan, taklimat dan pembentangan. Pertukaran ini memberi peluang kepada para peserta untuk berkongsi pengetahuan mengenai strategi maritim kebangsaan, struktur angkatan laut serta cabaran keselamatan semasa, sekali gus memperdalam pemahaman terhadap dinamika maritim di rantau ini.
Salah satu hasil utama 13th WPNS STEP ialah pengukuhan hubungan profesional dan kerjasama operasi antara angkatan laut yang terlibat. Melalui penglibatan seperti ini, simposium berkenaan menekankan kepentingan kepercayaan, kerjasama dan keserasian dalam menangani cabaran maritim yang dikongsi bersama.
TLDB kekal komited dalam mendukung keamanan antarabangsa dan keselamatan maritim, serta akan terus memperkukuh hubungan kerjasama melalui penyertaan berterusan dalam WPNS dan platform pelbagai hala.
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ROYAL BRUNEI NAVY PARTICIPATES IN THE 13TH WESTERN PACIFIC NAVAL SYMPOSIUM SHORT TERM EXCHANGE PROGRAM (WPNS STEP)
TOKYO, JAPAN — The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) proudly participated in the 13th Western Pacific Naval Symposium Short Term Exchange Program (WPNS STEP) held in Tokyo, Japan, from 29 September to 7 October 2025. The event brought together 30 member navies from across the region, reinforcing collective efforts to promote mutual understanding, cooperation, and dialogue on maritime security.
Held under the theme “Sea of Trust – Cooperation among Maritime Forces for Addressing Challenges,” the program sought to build confidence and strengthen collaboration among participating naval forces. Delegates from 30 nations including Australia, China, India, and the United States exchanged insights and shared experiences on various maritime issues of common concern.
Representing the Royal Brunei Navy, Lieutenant Commander Abu Qusyairi Hj Yacob took part in a series of discussions, briefings, and presentations. The exchange enabled participants to share knowledge on national maritime strategies, naval structures, and contemporary security challenges, fostering a deeper appreciation of regional maritime dynamics.
A key outcome of the 13th WPNS STEP was the strengthening of professional ties and operational cooperation among participating navies. Through these engagements, the symposium underscored the importance of trust, partnership, and interoperability in addressing shared maritime challenges.
The Royal Brunei Navy remains steadfast in its commitment to upholding international peace and maritime security, and looks forward to further strengthening partnerships through continued participation in WPNS and other multilateral platforms.
Bertemakan “Sea of Trust – Cooperation among Maritime Forces for Addressing Challenges”, program ini bertujuan membina keyakinan dan mempererat kerjasama antara angkatan laut yang mengambil bahagian. Para delegasi daripada 30 negara termasuk Australia, China, India dan Amerika Syarikat telah berkongsi pandangan dan pengalaman berkaitan pelbagai isu maritim yang menjadi kepentingan bersama.
TLDB telah diwakili oleh Leftenan Komander Abu Qusyairi Hj Yacob, TLDB, yang turut mengambil bahagian dalam siri perbincangan, taklimat dan pembentangan. Pertukaran ini memberi peluang kepada para peserta untuk berkongsi pengetahuan mengenai strategi maritim kebangsaan, struktur angkatan laut serta cabaran keselamatan semasa, sekali gus memperdalam pemahaman terhadap dinamika maritim di rantau ini.
Salah satu hasil utama 13th WPNS STEP ialah pengukuhan hubungan profesional dan kerjasama operasi antara angkatan laut yang terlibat. Melalui penglibatan seperti ini, simposium berkenaan menekankan kepentingan kepercayaan, kerjasama dan keserasian dalam menangani cabaran maritim yang dikongsi bersama.
TLDB kekal komited dalam mendukung keamanan antarabangsa dan keselamatan maritim, serta akan terus memperkukuh hubungan kerjasama melalui penyertaan berterusan dalam WPNS dan platform pelbagai hala.
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ROYAL BRUNEI NAVY PARTICIPATES IN THE 13TH WESTERN PACIFIC NAVAL SYMPOSIUM SHORT TERM EXCHANGE PROGRAM (WPNS STEP)
TOKYO, JAPAN — The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) proudly participated in the 13th Western Pacific Naval Symposium Short Term Exchange Program (WPNS STEP) held in Tokyo, Japan, from 29 September to 7 October 2025. The event brought together 30 member navies from across the region, reinforcing collective efforts to promote mutual understanding, cooperation, and dialogue on maritime security.
Held under the theme “Sea of Trust – Cooperation among Maritime Forces for Addressing Challenges,” the program sought to build confidence and strengthen collaboration among participating naval forces. Delegates from 30 nations including Australia, China, India, and the United States exchanged insights and shared experiences on various maritime issues of common concern.
Representing the Royal Brunei Navy, Lieutenant Commander Abu Qusyairi Hj Yacob took part in a series of discussions, briefings, and presentations. The exchange enabled participants to share knowledge on national maritime strategies, naval structures, and contemporary security challenges, fostering a deeper appreciation of regional maritime dynamics.
A key outcome of the 13th WPNS STEP was the strengthening of professional ties and operational cooperation among participating navies. Through these engagements, the symposium underscored the importance of trust, partnership, and interoperability in addressing shared maritime challenges.
The Royal Brunei Navy remains steadfast in its commitment to upholding international peace and maritime security, and looks forward to further strengthening partnerships through continued participation in WPNS and other multilateral platforms.
