Planned Malaysia space camp aims to bring regional youth together
A proposed youth space camp in Penang would combine Russian astronaut training, Chinese science education and Malaysian collaboration. The week-long programme could begin in late 2027 at the earliest and is intended to encourage young people from Southeast Asia to pursue space, science and international cooperation.
A planned international youth space camp in Malaysia is intended to bring together young people from Southeast Asia, according to the South China Morning Post. The programme would involve a Russian astronaut trainer, Chinese science educators and Malaysian collaborators. It is expected to take place in Penang’s rainforest eco-park, with the first session scheduled for late 2027 at the earliest.
The proposed camp would last one week. Its activities are described as including physical exercises and immersion in space-related experiences. Organisers aim to inspire future spacefarers and scientists, while also promoting the idea of young people becoming global citizens.
The supplied material does not give the camp’s name, its planned fees, or the number of participants expected.
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