The 42nd ASEAN Social Security Association
Board Meeting

ABOUT THE EVENT
The 42nd ASEAN Social Security Association (ASSA) Board Meeting, hosted by the Employees Trust Fund (TAP) of Brunei Darussalam, brings together member institutions to exchange insights, share best practices, and strengthen regional collaboration in social protection.
Held under the theme “Transformative Reforms Towards A Secure Future For All,” the meeting fosters dialogue and cooperation to advance inclusive and sustainable social security reforms across ASEAN.
Rizqun International Hotel, Brunei Darussalam
DATE
Tuesday to Thursday, 4th - 6th November 2025
EVENT PROGRAMME
Explore the full program schedule to stay informed on all meeting sessions and key discussions.
Day 1 (AM): Tuesday, 4th November 2025
8:30 AM | Registration |
8:40 AM | Safety Briefing Video |
8:45 AM | Brunei National Anthem |
9:00 AM – 9:15 AM | Opening Remarks |
9:15 AM – 9:30 AM | Officiating Address by Guest of Honour Permanent Secretary (Security and Welfare) Ministry Of Home Affairs Member of TAP Board of Directors |
9:30 AM – 9:45AM | Official Photo Session |
9:45 AM – 10:00 AM | Booth Tour |
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM | Morning tea and Networking Break |
10:15 AM – 10:45 AM | Plenary Session 1: Whole-of-Nation Social Development: Strengthening the Foundations Social Security through Social Blueprint Yang Mulia Puan Hajah Nor Ashikin Haji Johari, Permanent Secretary (Community), Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports, Joint Secretary for the Social Working Committee for Wawasan Brunei 2035 |
10:45 AM – 11:15 AM | Plenary Session 2: Building Sound Retirement Schemes based on Equally Sound Principles & Financial Functions Professor Joseph Cherian, CEO President & Dean, Asia School of Business |
11:15 AM – 11:45 AM | Plenary Session 3: From Data to Decisions: AI’s Role in Transforming Healthcare for Ageing Societies Dr Abby Tan, Regional Head and General Manager, EVYD Technology Sdn Bhd |
11:45 AM – 12:15 PM | Plenary Session 4: ISSA’s Global Insights and Good Practices Mr. Indrajid Nurmukti, Regional Coordinator (Lead) for Asia and the Pacific, International Social Security Association (ISSA) |
12:15 AM – 12:20 PM | Presentation of Token of Appreciation to Guest Speakers by ASSA Chairman 2024/2025 |
12:20 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch Break at The Rizqun Coffee House |
Day 1 (PM): Tuesday, 4th November 2025
1:30PM – 1:50PM | Good Practice Session 1: Behind the Scenes: Skim Persaraan Kebangsaan (SPK) SPEAKER Mrs. Nur Shahreena Abdullah, Senior External Strategist, Strategic Department, Employee Trust Fund (TAP) Brunei |
1:50PM – 2:10PM | Good Practice Session 2: GSIS Touch Application SPEAKER Atty. Joseph Philip T. Andres, Senior Vice President NCR Group, Government Service Insurance System (GSIS), Philippines |
2:10PM – 2:30PM | Good Practice Session 3: Building community champions through gamified volunteering SPEAKER Ms Nicole Lee, Assistant Director, Outreach and Partnership Department, Central Provident Fund Board, Singapore |
2:30PM – 2:50PM | Good Practice Session 4: Pag-IBIG Fund’s Story: Collective Progress Through Transformative Reforms SPEAKER Atty. Karin Lei N.Franco, Vice President Corporate Development Services Group, Home Development Mutual Fund (Pag – IBIG Fund), Philippines |
2:50PM – 3:10PM | Good Practice Session 5: Building Trust: Transforming Public Engagement Through Retirement Planning Certification Programme (TAPᶜᴱᴿᵀ) SPEAKER Ms Almadznita Alamin, CFPᶜᴱᴿᵀ ™ Head of Services Division, Operations Department Employee Trust Fund (TAP) Brunei |
3:10PM – 3:30PM | Good Practice Session 6: Digital Transformation of the NSSF Operational Systems SPEAKER Mr. Seyha Kaing, Acting Head of International Cooperation Division, Customer Services and Public Relations Department, National Social Security Fund (NSSF), Cambodia |
3:30PM – 3:50PM | Afternoon Tea Break |
3:50PM – 4:10PM | Good Practice Session 7: Enhancing Citizen Experience: Social Security Office Services under the Government Easy Contact Center (GECC) SPEAKER Ms. Varatsuda Saradatta, Head of International Affairs Section, Policy and Planning Division, Social Security Office (SSO), Thailand |
4:10PM – 4.30PM | Good Practice Session 8: Annual Business Plan and Budget (RKAT) as a Continuous Improvement Engine: Eliminating Waste, Shifting Mindsets SPEAKER Mrs. Kristiana Martanti, Assistant Deputy of Finance, Finance Department BPJS Ketenagakerjaan, Indonesia |
4:30PM
– 4:50PM
| Good Practice Session 9: From ID Cards to Facial Recognition: Transforming Access to Primary Care SPEAKER Mr. Noppon Maleesuwannachai, Specialist, Information Technology for Fund Management Unit, National Health Security Office (NHSO), Thailand |
6.45PM | Depart from The Rizqun International Hotel |
7:30PM – 10.00PM | Welcome Dinner at The Royal Berkshire Hall Arrival of Guests Welcoming Speech Mr Azmilen Haji Ramlee Interim Managing Director Employee Trust Fund (TAP) Brunei Presentation of the Token of Appreciation Dinner and Cultural Performance |
10.00PM | End of Ceremony |
Day 2: Wednesday, 5th November 2025
8:00 AM | Registration |
8:30AM
– 10:00AM
| 42nd Board Meeting MR JOSE ARNULFO A VELOSO President and General Manager Government Service Insurance System Philippines ASSA Chairman 2024/2025
MR AZMILEN HAJI RAMLEE Interim Managing Director Employee Trust Fund Brunei Darussalam ASSA Chairman 2025/2026
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10:00AM – 10:15AM | Morning Break |
10:30AM – 12:30PM | 42nd ASSA Secretariat Meeting MR HAJI IBNU SHAHRINUDDIN HAJI IBRAHIM Deputy Managing Director Employee Trust Fund Brunei Darussalam ASSA Secretary General 2025/2026
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12:30PM
onwards
| Lunch Break at The Rizqun Coffee House |
Afternoon
| Free & Easy |
7:30
PM – 10:00 PM
| Farewell Dinner at Rizqun International Hotel Arrival of Guests Opening Speech Dinner and Performances End of Ceremony |
Day 3: Thursday, 6th November 2025
(Recommended: Collared shirt or polo, long trousers, covered shoes suitable for outdoor activity)
8:00 AM 8:30 AM | Depart from The Rizqun International Hotel Brunei Arts & Handicrafts Centre |
9:30AM 9:50 AM | Depart to Sultan Haji Omar Ali Saifuddien Bridge (SHOAS) Group Photo at SHOAS Bridge |
10:20AM 10:50AM | Depart to Abode Resort & Spa Tree Planting Activity |
12:00 PM | Lunch at The Abode Resort & Spa |
1:00 PM 1:45 PM | Depart to Balai Khazanah Islam Tour at Balai Khazanah Islam |
3:45 PM | Return to The Rizqun International Hotel |
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Featured speakers will offer in-depth knowledge and regional insights relevant to social protection reform.
Hjh Nor Ashikin Haji Johari
Permanent Secretary (Community), Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports
Professor Joseph Cherian
Chief Executive Officer
President & Dean,
Asia School of Business
Dr Abby Tan Chee Hong
Regional Head and General Manager of EVYD Technology
Mr Indrajid Nurmukti
Regional Coordinator (Lead)
for Asia and the Pacific,
ISSA
TOURS
As part of the official tour program, delegates will have the opportunity to visit these distinguished locations, each offering a unique insight into Brunei's culture and heritage.
Brunei Arts and Handicraft Centre
The centre was established to preserve and promote traditional arts and crafts, showcasing Brunei’s finest handicrafts.
Sultan Haji Omar Ali Saifuddien Bridge
The longest bridge in Southeast Asia, connecting Brunei’s capital to Temburong District.
The Abode Resort
& Spa
An eco-luxury resort offering rainforest experiences in Brunei’s Temburong District.
Balai Khazanah Islam Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah
An Islamic gallery beautifully displaying Brunei’s treasured religious artifacts and rich cultural heritage.
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