
The ACPES 2025 Gala Dinner in Iligan City, Philippines, was more than a celebration of academic excellence—it was a cultural showcase that placed Silat Melayu at the heart of international admiration. Among the evening’s most memorable moments was the powerful performance of Silat by Malaysian delegates, led by Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed Shapie, which…

Iligan City, Philippines – October 2025 – Malaysia’s Silat leadership took center stage at the Asia Conference on Physical Education and Sports (ACPES) 2025, where PASSMAL earned international acclaim for its contributions to martial arts research and cultural promotion. Representing Malaysia, PASSMAL’s delegation, led by Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed Shapie, delivered two award-winning presentations…

From October 1–3, 2025, Iligan City in the Philippines became a vibrant hub for sports science and cultural exchange as it hosted the 11th ASEAN Council of Physical Education and Sport (ACPES) International Conference. Among the distinguished delegates was Malaysia’s leading Silat scholar, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed Shapie, who represented Universiti Teknologi…