Majlis Bahasa Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia facts for kids
MABBIM stands for the Language Council of Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia. It is a special group that helps develop the Malay language in Southeast Asia. This group works to make sure the Malay language and its different forms grow and are used well. Three countries are part of MABBIM: Brunei, Indonesia, and Malaysia.
This group started as MBIM, the Language Council of Indonesia-Malaysia. It began on December 29, 1972. This happened after Malaysia's Education Minister, Tun Hussein Onn, and Indonesia's Education Minister, Mashuri Saleh, signed an agreement in Jakarta. Brunei joined the council on November 4, 1985. That's when MBIM became MABBIM. Singapore also watches their meetings as an observer.
Who are the Members of MABBIM?
MABBIM includes three main member countries. Each country has its own way of using and managing the Malay language. They work together to keep the language strong across the region.
| Country | Main Language Form | Language Group |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia) | Badan Pengembangan dan Pembinaan Bahasa |
| Malaysia | Malaysian (Bahasa Malaysia) | Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka Malaysia |
| Brunei | Brunei Malay (Bahasa Melayu Brunei) | Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka Brunei |
Which Countries Observe MABBIM?
An observer country attends meetings but is not a full member. Singapore is an observer for MABBIM. They follow the discussions and learn from the council's work.
| Country | Main Language Form | Language Group |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | Singaporean Malay (Bahasa Melayu Singapura) | Malay Language Council |
Publications by MABBIM
MABBIM also shares information about language development. They publish a yearly journal. This journal is called Buletin MABBIM. Indonesia's Language Development and Fostering Agency helps publish it for the organization.
