The eleventh ASEAN Food Conference, which is a biennial event, will carry the theme "Food Science and Technology: Innovative Approaches and Opportunities for Global Market".

This three-days Conference, to be held in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam from 21-23 October 2009, is organised by the ASEAN Committee on Science and Technology (COST) and the Federation of Institutes of Food Science and Technology (FIFSTA), supported by the Ministry of Development (MOD), Department of Agriculture, Ministry of Industry and Primary Resources, Brunei Darussalam Association of Food Science and Technology (BDAFST) and Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD).

The ASEAN Food Conference has, since its inception, developed into an important regional forum for food scientists, technologists, engineers and industry managers and executives as well as government and students in the field of food science and technology. The representatives from the ASEAN region and its international partners meet to discuss significant issues related to food science and technology, with the view to promote greater awareness in new and emerging technologies and developments, and the opportunities these offer for the global market.

The Conference, like its other preceding events, will feature a series of presentations and discussion in plenary, concurrent and poster sessions, informal gatherings, competition and an exhibition to highlight the various achievements of food science and technology in the region.

To overseas participants, it is hoped that you will find time to visit the many sights and attractions of Brunei Darussalam, and savour the various cultural cuisines while you are here.

It is with great pleasure to welcome you to our country - A Kingdom of Unexpected Treasures and looking forward to seeing you in Brunei Darussalam.