Sukan SEA XXI : XXI SEA Games (8th Sept 2001)

The Flame

A universal symbol of passion and excellence, the weaving flame, representing the colours in the Malaysian flag, symbolizes a united region and the coming together of Southeast Asia’s best athletes. The rings at the tip of the flame representing the logo of the Southeast Asia Games Federation.

Si Tumas – The Mascot

Si Tumas, the fun-loving, energetic, fast-moving and friendly squirrel is a suitable mascot of the SEA Games. Its gold colouring signifies winning; it’s name SI is phonetically similar to SEA and is a friendly form pf address in Malay. TU is the first part of Tupai, which is Squirrel in Malay and MAS comes from the word EMAS, gold in Malay, hence SI TUMAS.