GAR 2025 World Championship Contest Brings Together Global Young Innovators in Malaysia

Event Overview

On December 7, 2025, the GAR 2025 World Championship Contest was successfully held at the MyFIRST Robotics Centre in Seremban, Malaysia. The event brought together talented young participants from multiple countries including Malaysia, the Philippines, Kyrgyzstan, China, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Singapore, and Turkey for a full day of technological innovation, friendly competition, and meaningful international exchange. Through a series of carefully designed competition rounds and cultural exchange activities, the championship provided a dynamic global platform for students from diverse educational levels and backgrounds to showcase their skills in robotics, enhance their STEM capabilities, and build lasting friendships across cultures.

Opening Ceremony

The Opening Ceremony featured a distinguished gathering of guests, with keynote addresses delivered by Mr. Samuel Li, Secretary-General of the Global Artificial Intelligence Robot Society (GARS); Mr. Kent Tan, Representative of the GARS Malaysia Organizing Committee and Founder of MyFIRST Robotics Centre; and Ms. Amy, Headmaster of Tadika Infiniti Ria. Their speeches emphasized the importance of innovation, education, and international exchange in youth development.

Mr. Samuel Li, Secretary-General of the Global Artificial Intelligence Robot Society (GARS)

Mr. Kent Tan, Representative of the GARS Malaysia Organizing Committee and Founder of MyFIRST Robotics Centre

Ms. Amy, Headmaster of Tadika Infiniti Ria

Following the addresses, a formal oath-taking ceremony was held in which one judge representative pledged to uphold fairness throughout the competition, and two student representatives—one from Malaysia and one from the Philippines—took the oath on behalf of all participants. The ceremony concluded with representatives from each participating country joining the guests on stage for a commemorative group photograph.

Oath of the Judge Representative

Oath of the Contestant Representative (Malaysia)

Oath of the Contestant Representative (Philippines)

Opening Ceremony Group Photo

Competition Highlights

The competition proceeded smoothly across multiple events, with participants ranging from kindergarten to high school actively demonstrating both technical expertise and competitive spirit. Throughout the structured challenges, young innovators exhibited exceptional problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Students of all age groups, from early learners to senior middle school participants, showcased their skills in programming, design, and operational execution. This created a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere that highlighted both individual achievement and collective learning.

Kindergarten

Primary School

Junior Middle School

Senior Middle School

Primary School (Online)

Special Activities

The event also featured specially designed interactive sessions to foster deeper connections among participants, including a commemorative postcard activity, a signature exchange activity, and a talent performance segment.

During the postcard activity, returning coaches and contestants were presented with specially designed postcards as tokens of appreciation for their continued support and engagement with GAR contests.

Postcards for the Coaches

Postcards for the Contestants

During the signature exchange, children from different countries interacted warmly, learning about one another's backgrounds and building new friendships through this simple yet meaningful activity.

Signature Exchange Activity

The talent performance segment showcased the diverse cultural backgrounds of the participants, with students from various countries presenting captivating performances that allowed everyone to experience the unique cultural charm of different nations. These artistic expressions created a vibrant atmosphere of cultural exchange and mutual appreciation among all attendees.

Dance Performance (Philippines)

Solo Vocal Performance (Malaysia)

Choral Performance (Kyrgyzstan)

Closing and Awards Ceremony

The event concluded with a Closing and Awards Ceremony. Mr. Artur Kutlugildin, Coordinator and Developer of STEM Education in Central Asia, delivered remarks on-site, commending the participants' innovation and perseverance. Mrs. Rana, Representative of the GARS Lebanon and Saudi Arabia Organizing Committees and Founder of The Little Engineer, joined online and emphasized in her speech the importance of international collaboration in education.

Mr. Artur Kutlugildin, Coordinator and Developer of STEM Education in Central Asia

Mrs. Rana, Representative of the GARS Lebanon and Saudi Arabia Organizing Committees and Founder of The Little Engineer

The awards presentation recognized outstanding teams and individuals across multiple categories. Each participant gained valuable experience and forged lasting connections, celebrating not just competition results but also personal growth and global friendship. The ceremony ended with a commemorative group photo, uniting everyone in a lasting memory of this international gathering.

Kindergarten Awards Ceremony Photo

First, Second, and Third Place Awards Ceremony Photo (Partial)

Coach Awards Ceremony Photo (Partial)

Best Team Award

Post-Event Feedback

Following the competition, positive feedback was shared by participants, parents, coaches, and agents from around the world, reflecting the event's broad impact and meaningful outcomes.

A student from Kyrgyzstan shared, "I learned so much not only about robotics, but also about teamwork and making friends from other countries."

A parent from China remarked, "It was inspiring to see my child so engaged and confident. Events like this truly help young learners grow both technically and personally."

A coach from the Philippines expressed appreciation, stating, "Thank you so much for organizing such a meaningful and well-prepared event. Your hard work and dedication made our participation truly memorable and rewarding. We deeply appreciate all your efforts in ensuring that every team experienced a competition that was both challenging and inspiring."

A local agent from Malaysia added, "GAR continues to set a high standard for educational competitions. The hybrid model and cultural exchange activities greatly enrich the learning experience."

These reflections highlight how the competition successfully combined technical challenge with meaningful international engagement, leaving a lasting positive impression on all involved.

Conclusion and Future Outlook

The GAR 2025 World Championship Contest has once again proven to be more than just a competition—it is a global platform that connects young minds, bridges cultures, and inspires the next generation of innovators. Through a well-structured hybrid format and thoughtfully designed activities, the event successfully blended technical challenge with meaningful human connection.

As we look to the future, we warmly welcome all participants, partners, and supporters to join us in the upcoming GAR 2026 season, where we will continue to create inspiring opportunities for global learning, innovation, and cross-cultural exchange.