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
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Featured speakers will offer in-depth knowledge and regional insights relevant to social protection reform.
TBC
Social Blueprint Committee
Professor Joseph Cherian
CEO President & Dean, Asia School of Business
Dr Abby Tan
Chee Hong
Regional Head and General Manager of EVYD Technology
Sdn Bhd
Mr Indrajid Nurmukti
Regional Coordinator (Lead) for Asia and the Pacific, International
Social Security Association (ISSA)
EVENT PROGRAMME
Explore the full program schedule to stay informed on all meeting sessions and key discussions.
Tuesday,
4th November 2025
Day 1 (AM)
- 8:30 AM Registration
- 8:45 AM National Anthem, Recital of Surah Al- Fatihah and Doa Selamat
- 9:00 AM Opening Remarks by ASSA Chairman
- 9:15 AM Officiating Speech by Guest of Honor
- 9:30 AM Official Photo Session
- 9:45 AM Booth Tour
- 10:00 AM Morning tea and Networking Break
- 10:15 AM Plenary Session 1:
XXX by Social Blueprint Committee - Plenary Session 2:
Building Retirement Schemes based on Equally Sound Principles & Financial Functions by Professor Joseph Cherian,
CEO President & Dean, Asia School of Business - Plenary Session 3:
From Data to Decisions: AI’s Role in Transforming Healthcare for Ageing Societies by Dr Abby Tan, Regional Head and
General Manager of EVYD Technology Sdn Bhd - Plenary Session 4:
ISSA’s Global Insights and Good Practices by Indrajid Nurmukti, Regional Coordinator (lead) for Asia and the Pacific,
International Social Security Association (ISSA) - Question & Answer session
- 12:15 PM Lunch at Rizqun Coffee House
Tuesday,
4th November 2025
Day 1 (PM)
- 12:15 PM Lunch at Rizqun Coffee House
- 1:30 PM ASSA Good Practise Workshop Knowledge Sharing 1:
- 1. Employee Trust Fund (TAP), Brunei
Topic: Skim Persaraan Kebangsaan - 2. Government Service Insurance System (GSIS), Philippines
Topic: GSIS Touch Application - 3. Central Provident Fund Board, Singapore
Topic: Building community champions through gamified volunteering - 4. Vietnam Social Security, Vietnam
Topic: TBC - 5. Pag - IBIG Fund, Philippines
Topic: Pag-IBIG Fund’s Story: Collective Progress Through Transformative Reforms - 6. Employee Trust Fund (TAP), Brunei
Topic: Retirement Planning Certification Programme (TAP CERT) - 3:30 PM Afternoon Tea Break
- 3:50 PM ASSA Good Practise Workshop Knowledge Sharing 2:
- 7. National Social Security Fund (NSSF), Cambodia
Topic: Digital Transformation of the NSSF Operational Systems - 8. Social Security Office (SSO), Thailand
Topic: Enhancing Citizen Experience: Social Security Office Services under the Government Easy Contact Center (GECC) - 9. BPJS Ketenagakerjaan, Indonesia
Topic: TBC - 10. BPJS Kesehatan, Indonesia
Topic: TBC - 11. NHSO, Thailand
Topic: TBC - 5:30 PM Group Photo-Taking (All ASSA Delegate)
- 7:30 PM Welcome Dinner at Tarindak D’seni
Thursday,
6th November 2025
Day 3
- AM Session Brunei Arts and Handicrafts Centre
- Sultan Haji Omar Ali Saifuddien Bridge
- Tree Planting at The Abode Resort and Spa
- PM Session Lunch at The Abode Resort and Spa
- Balai Khazanah Islam Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah
Wednesday,
5th November 2025
Day 2
- 08:00 AM Registration
- 08:30 AM 42nd ASSA Board Meeting
- ASSA Recognition Award Ceremony
- Sustainability Pledge Signing
- 10:00 AM Group Photo- Taking
- 10:15 AM Coffee and Tea Break
- 10:30 AM ASSA Secretariat Meeting
- 12:00 NOON Lunch at Rizqun Coffee House
- 02:00 PM Free and Easy
- 07:30 PM Farewell Dinner at Rizqun International Hotel
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 some of Brunei’s finest handicrafts, including the famous ‘kain tenunan’ brocades woven with gold and silver threads.
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 displaying Brunei’s religious artifacts and cultural heritage.
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