The 2023 World Scout Jamboree is under scrutiny regarding its allocation and use of public funds. A substantial portion of the funds was dedicated to operational and personnel expenses rather than critical infrastructure like shower and bathroom stalls at the campsite. Of the total budget of $88.9 million (117.1 billion won), 74% was allocated for personnel expenses and operational costs, including travel and the K-pop concert associated with the jamboree. The expenditure on campsite infrastructure amounted to just $15.6 million (20.5 billion won), with facilities like toilets, showers and drinking fountains costing around $9.9 million (13 billion won) or