New Gulf eSports Federation Emerges at Next World Forum

During the Next World Forum in Riyadh, a significant development took place with the establishment of the Gulf Federation for Electronic Sports. This federation aims to provide robust support, nurture emerging talents, and foster their development through a series of annual tournaments hosted by Gulf countries.

The Gulf Federation for Electronic Sports was launched with the participation of prominent figures such as Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi E-Sports Federation, and representatives from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states.

Multiple Agreements: Boosting the E-Sports Sector

The Next World Forum in Riyadh served as the backdrop for the signing of a total of 14 memoranda of understanding (MoUs) and agreements, reflecting the commitment to elevate the gaming and e-sports sector. These agreements encompassed various aspects, including federation collaborations, sponsorships, proposed values, and education.

Among the noteworthy agreements, MoUs were inked between the Saudi E-Sports Federation and its counterparts in Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and the UAE. These agreements aim to facilitate the exchange of experiences and collaboration in areas such as educational curricula and the organization and broadcasting of tournaments.

In the realm of education, an MoU was signed between the Ministry of Education and the Saudi E-Sports Federation. This collaboration, attended by Dr. Saad Al-Harbi, Undersecretary for Educational Programs, seeks to promote e-sports culture within the educational community. It also aims to cultivate essential skills among students and human resources specializing in this field.

Tourism Experiences and Loyalty Programs

Furthering the connection between e-sports and the broader community, an agreement for international tourist experiences and loyalty programs was established between the Saudi E-Sports Federation and the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA). This collaboration aims to enhance the overall tourist experience and promote the Gamers Season.

In addition to the founding agreement, several other significant partnerships were forged. These included an MoU between the E-Sports Federation and the Prince Mohammed bin Salman College of Business and Entrepreneurship. Additionally, agreements were reached between the Social Development Bank and Vanguard, as well as Sandsoft.

On the sponsorship front, collaborations were sealed between the Saudi E-Sports Federation and KFC, as well as st play and Geekay Esports. Furthermore, an MoU was inked between st play and LG.

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These agreements collectively reflect a commitment to advancing the e-sports sector, fostering talent, and expanding the reach of electronic sports across the Gulf region.