M'sia To Send Largest Contingent To World Scout Moot In Portugal

KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) – The Scouts Association of Malaysia (PPM) today handed over the national flag to the Malaysian contingent, symbolising their send-off to the 16th World Scout Moot 2025, which will take place in Portugal from July 24 to Aug 3.

Chief Scout of Malaysia, Major General (Rtd) Datuk Prof Dr Mohd Zin Bidin said the participation serves as an important platform to foster global leadership among Malaysian youth.

“This aligns with our aspiration to nurture a younger generation that is ready to face an increasingly complex future,” he told reporters after the flag handover ceremony here today.

Mohd Zin said this year’s Malaysian contingent comprises 19 participants, including Rover Scouts and management team members, making it the country’s largest-ever delegation in the history of the World Scout Moot.

He also expressed appreciation to all parties involved — including parents, sponsors, and state scout associations — for supporting Malaysia’s mission to Portugal.

“They are expected to be agents of change and to share the knowledge and experiences gained for the betterment of society and the nation,” he added.

Organised every four years by the World Organisation of the Scout Movement (WOSM), the programme gathers more than 8,000 Rover and adult Scouts from 100 countries and is designed specifically for youth aged 18 to 25.

The 16th edition will take place across several key locations including Lisbon, Ovar, and Porto, with a focus on leadership development, cultural exchange, community engagement, and character building.

Following the opening ceremony in Lisbon, participants will take part in the ‘Path’ — a project-based initiative covering community work, environment, adventure and cultural exploration aimed at immersing themselves in Portuguese identity.

They will then move on to Ovar, the main campsite, for a variety of activities including spiritual programmes; Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM); and outdoor challenges, before heading to Porto for the Mini Youth Forum and Youth Parliament ahead of the closing ceremony.

With the theme ‘Engage’ and the motto ‘Rover Scouts to Serve’, this participation is seen as a valuable opportunity for the Malaysian contingent to develop their potential in an era shaped by artificial intelligence (AI).

The Malaysian contingent is expected to depart soon and return in early August.

-- BERNAMA