Dr Mohd Zin Is New Chairman Of Asia-Pacific Regional Scout Committee

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- National Chief Scout, Major General (Retd) Datuk Prof Dr Mohd Zin Bidin, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Asia-Pacific Regional Scout Committee during the 28th Asia-Pacific Scout Conference in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.

In a statement, Dr Mohd Zin affirmed his commitment to strengthening the Scout Movement across the Asia-Pacific region, with a particular focus on enhancing governance under the APR Strategy Triennial Plan for 2025–2028. This three-year strategic plan, crafted by the Asia-Pacific Regional Scout Committee, aims to support leadership development, membership expansion, and youth programmes.

“This appointment is not only a proud moment for Malaysia but also a shared responsibility to create more opportunities for youth across the Asia-Pacific region to join the Scouts. We aim to broaden our reach into new countries in the South Pacific, Russia, and Central Asia,” Dr Mohd Zin said.

He also reaffirmed his commitment to empowering young people to become disciplined, skilled leaders, ready to tackle future challenges.

Meanwhile, the Scouts Association of Malaysia (PPM) has congratulated Dr Mohd Zin on his appointment, recognising it as a significant milestone for Malaysia’s leadership within the global Scout Movement. 

The association highlighted his visionary leadership, innovative approach, and strong commitment to youth development

Dr Mohd Zin, a respected leader in military, academic, and health sectors, is the first Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Defence Health at Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM).

His distinguished career also includes serving as the Chief Medical Officer for the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Malaysia and as Chairman of the National Sports Institute.

He has received several prestigious awards, including the Fabulous Global Education Leaders Award (2019) and the Education Excellence Award (2015).

The week-long conference, attended by nearly 400 Scout members from 33 national organisations, is being organised by the General Association of the Scouts of China (Taiwan).

The event aims to celebrate past achievements and lay the foundation for the future direction of the Asia-Pacific Scout Movement.

-- BERNAMA