BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Over 26,000 participants put on a near-flawless performance for Brunei's 36th National Day Parade ceremony in the capital on Sunday (Feb 23). A total of 936 young participants staged the field performance, which showcased the traditional and modern musical instruments to reflect the efforts of every generation in supporting the needs of national development, upholding the independence, defending the sovereignty and achieving the nation's vision. For the finale, 7,336 participants conducted the National Day theme performance "Realising the National Vision 2035". Brunei declared its independence in 1984. - Xinhua/Asian News NetworkArticle type: free User access status: 3

Source: The Star February 23, 2020 15:22 UTC