FIDE Resolution on suspending membership of Egyptian Chess Federation

The International Chess Federation publishes a decision following the recent approval of the Resolution on the Egyptian Chess Federation. The FIDE World Cadet Championship took place in Egypt on 14-27 October, 2023. Due to the tragic events of October 7, 2023, a large number of federations and individual players were unable to arrive/refused to participate […]

Call for submissions: FIDE Veterans Support Program 2024

The International Chess Federation is pleased to announce the continuation of its support to chess veterans in 2024. The grants will be awarded to distinguished players, coaches and organizers aged 65+. Anyone over this age who has contributed to the development of chess and who is in an unstable financial situation is eligible to submit […]