Princess Basma honours participants, supporters of Arab Scout Camp

AMMAN — HRH Princess Basma, president of the Jordanian Association of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides, honoured leaders and supporters of the 31st Arab Scout Camp, which Jordan hosted in September, at a ceremony on Thursday.

Princess Basma voiced her appreciation for public and private institutions’ efforts and contributions to the camp’s events, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported.

The cooperation of all stakeholders in organising the camp and attending it reflects the strong character of the Jordanian family, the princess said, describing the success of the camp as a source of pride for Jordanians.

She also commended the association and its members, who represent its continuity and “excellence” at the regional and international levels, Petra added.

Samir Murad, secretary general of the association, and Munthir Zamili, commander of the camp, delivered speeches at the ceremony, highlighting that participating heads of Arab delegations expressed their pride in the camp’s activities.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education Mohammad Thneibat, who is also vice president of the association, Amman Mayor Aqel Biltaji, Higher Youth Council Secretary General Sattam Awad and Amman Chamber of Industry President Ziad Homsi also attended the event.

At the end of the ceremony, Princess Basma honoured participants and representatives of supporters of the camp, according to Petra.