Global Esports Federation partners with Arab Esports Federation. The Global Esports Federation has announced a strategic partnership with the Arab Esports Federation (ARESF). This latest partnership sees the GEF expand its in-depth work to support the continuing dynamic growth of the esports ecosystem in the Arab region and Africa.
The collaboration formalises the commitment to work together to encourage, help and improve the ecosystem of esports, primarily as a catalyst for sustained and sustainable growth in the creation of the Arab Esports Strategy. The GEF will jointly work with the ARESF to identify relevant opportunities within the vibrant and emerging landscape in the region; and convene a partnership that focuses on advancing forward-thinking and future-oriented initiatives in service to the esports community.
HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan Al Saud, President, Arab Esports Federation said “The Arab region presents truly dynamic development opportunities for esports to thrive. We are optimistic about the future of esports,”
“Esports in this region has been on the rise. This latest collaboration between the Arab Esports Federation and the Global Esports Federation allows us to create an inclusive expansion strategy that serves our communities and delivers holistic growth opportunities for esports to continue to develop; as well as giving our youth access to unparalleled global opportunities.” he added.
Chris Chan, President, Global Esports Federation said, “We are honored to partner with the Arab Esports Federation, under the leadership of its President, HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan Al Saud, to maximize the potential of esports, for good. This latest partnership will further expand on our mission in establishing a unified vision and strategy for youth in the region with a global perspective, as well as intensifying our convening effort of the world’s esports ecosystem.”
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