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.

VENUE
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.  

The Rizqun International Hotel

8:30 AM

Registration 
[Dress code for meetings: Lounge Suit/Business Attire]

8:40 AM

Safety Briefing Video

8:45 AM

Brunei National Anthem
ASSA Anthem
Prayer Recital

9:00 AM – 9:15 AM

Opening Remarks 
Mr. Jose Arnulfo A. Veloso
President and General Manager
Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) Philippines
ASSA Chairman 2024/2025

9:15 AM –  9:30 AM

Officiating Address by Guest of Honour
Yang Mulia Tuan Salminan Haji Burut

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
 The Rizqun International Hotel

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
[Dress code: National Dress/Smart Casual]

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

The Rizqun International Hotel

8:00 AM

Registration
[Dress code for meetings: Lounge Suilt/Business Attire]

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

  • Call Meeting to order
  • Opening Remarks by ASSA Chairman 2024-2025
  • Review and Approval of the 42nd ASSA Board Meeting Agenda
  • Confirmation of Documentation/Minutes for the 41st ASSA Board Meeting 
  • Matters arising from the Minutes:
  • Signing of the ASSA Sustainability Pledge Signing Wall
  • Showing of ASSA Trophy Concept Video
  • 2025 ASSA Recognition Awards
  • ASSA Year-In-Review Video
  • Handover of ASSA Chairmanship


MR AZMILEN HAJI RAMLEE

Interim Managing Director

Employee Trust Fund 

Brunei Darussalam

ASSA Chairman 2025/2026

  • Special Address from new ASSA Chairman 
  • Matters arising by member institutions (if any)
  • Proposal for the 43rd ASSA Board Meeting Theme
  • Closing Remarks

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

  • Call meeting to order
  • Opening Remarks by New ASSA Secretary General
  • Speech by Outgoing Secretary General
  • Review and Approval of the 42nd ASSA Secretariat Meeting Agenda
  • Confirmation of the 41st ASSA Secretariat Meeting Minutes: Matters arising from the Minutes
  • Matters arising by member institutions (if any)
  • Other matters that may be instructed by the ASSA Board
  • Proposal for the 43rd ASSA Board meeting
  • Closing Remarks

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
[Dress code: Smart Casual]

Arrival of Guests

Opening Speech

Dinner and Performances

End of Ceremony

Tour Day [Dress code: Casual / Outdoor Attire]
(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.

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Sultan Haji Omar Ali Saifuddien Bridge

The longest bridge in Southeast Asia, connecting Brunei’s capital to Temburong District.

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The Abode Resort 
& Spa

An eco-luxury resort offering rainforest experiences in Brunei’s Temburong District.

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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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