The president made the statement at a ceremony to mark the peak event of the 50th anniversary of the Indonesian Scout Movement at Gajah Mada square of Wiladatika recreational park in Jakarta`s southern outskirt of Cibubur, West Java, on Sunday evening.
"A lot of encouragement and support we have actually given to
advance the current Scouts. And it is our common duty to utilize the facilities and support to the best. Do strengthen the Scouts organization and management as properly and accurately as possible," the president said.
Also present at the ceremony were among others First Lady Ani Yudhoyono, Vice President Boediono, National Police Chief Gen Timur Pradopo, National Defense Forces (TNI) Chief Admiral Agus Suhartono, Coordinating Minister for People`s Welfare Agung Laksono, State Minister for Youth and Sports Affairs Andi Malarangeng, and a number of cabinet ministers.
In another part of his address, President Yudhoyono underscored three main points that have to be on top of priority in the development of the Indonesian Scout Movement.
The three main points, according to the president, were to strengthen the Scouts organization and management properly and accurately, to advance the front groups and training centers, and to make innovation and breakthrough in the development of effective and efficient activities.
"Prioritize the materials which are in connection with the spirit of defending the country, patriotism, harmony, and technological mastery," the president said.
He asserted that the long-standing revitalization of the Scouts Movement should continue to be maintained to gain optimal results.
According to the head of state, the revitalization should be directed to have the members and harmonious generation with strong personality and noble character.
(Uu.O001/H-NG)
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