Director’s Cup Set 18 October in Farmers Plaza, Araneta City, Philippines
By Marlon Bernardino The National Chess Federation of the Philippines (NCFP) announced on Monday the staging of Rapid Chess Tournament dubbed as Directors Cup on Saturday, October 18 at the lower ground activity area at Farmers Plaza Araneta City in Cubao, Quezon City. The event is headed by Director Martin “Binky” Gaticales and Arbiter Roy Madayag. … Continue reading Director’s Cup Set 18 October in Farmers Plaza, Araneta City, Philippines
Vince Medina wins 8th AQ Prime Open Chess Tournament
By Marlon Bernardino National Master Vince Angelo Medina was crowned champion in the 8th AQ Prime FIDE Standard Open Chess Tournament held 12 October 2025 at the Robinson’s Metro East, Pasig City, Philippines. In photo are, from left, GM Pacher Milan of Slovakia (3rd Place), FM Christopher Castellano (2nd Place), Tournament Organizer AQ Prime CEO/President … Continue reading Vince Medina wins 8th AQ Prime Open Chess Tournament
198th Internet Based FIDE Arbiters’ Arabic Seminar Held
The 198th Internet Based FIDE Arbiters’ Seminar (Asian Chess Federation) was held from 10th to 14th September 2025. It was organized by the Asian Chess Federation, under the auspices of FIDE. The Lecturer was IA/IO Abdulrahim, Mahdi (UAE), FIDE Lecturer. The Language of the Seminar was English. Nineteen (19) arbiters from six (6) national chess … Continue reading 198th Internet Based FIDE Arbiters’ Arabic Seminar Held
Halfway Mark of Asian Seniors 50+ and 65+ Chess Championships
Erbil, Iraq – October 9, 2025: The Asian Senior Chess Championships 2025 reached the halfway mark in dramatic fashion, as Round 5 concluded with intense battles from Asia’s top senior players. Battle Heats Up in Erbil – Round 5 Concludes with Tight Contests in Both Divisions The tournament, hosted by the Iraqi Chess Federation under … Continue reading Halfway Mark of Asian Seniors 50+ and 65+ Chess Championships
Asian Chess Federation Sets Webinar How to Run a Chess Tournament with Swiss Manager
A panoramic view of the well organized Asian Amateur Chess Championship in Hong Kong, which broadcast games live from the newly FIDE-endorsed electronic scoresheets (photo below). Asian Chess Federation shall organize a webinar on How to Run a Chess Tournament with Swiss Manager in English language during the weekend of 18 and 19 October 2025. … Continue reading Asian Chess Federation Sets Webinar How to Run a Chess Tournament with Swiss Manager
Registration Going On for Asian Youth Chess Championship in Bangkok
Registration is now going on for the Asian Youth Chess Championship slated 20-30 November 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand. The event will be held in 12 categories, namely Under-8, 10, 12, 14, 16 and 18 for boys and girls according to the following age groups: Standard and blitz categories shall be conducted in the Swiss System … Continue reading Registration Going On for Asian Youth Chess Championship in Bangkok
Kavin Mohan clear first at 20th Dato Arthur Tan Malaysian Open 2025
by Andrew Ooi – 06/10/2025 FM Kavin Mohan (MAS) scored an unbeaten 7/9 to win the 20th Dato Arthur Tan Open, part of the 20th Malaysian Chess Festival 2025. He finished a half point ahead of the rest. Seven players scored 6.5/9 each. Out of them, IM Chen Zou (CHN) and GM Van Huy Nguyen … Continue reading Kavin Mohan clear first at 20th Dato Arthur Tan Malaysian Open 2025
Erbil Welcomes Asia’s Finest: The 2025 Senior Chess Championships Begin!
Erbil, Iraq – October 5, 2025: The Asian Senior Chess Championships 2025 have officially begun in the vibrant city of Erbil, bringing together some of the continent’s most distinguished senior players for a celebration of strategy, skill, and sportsmanship. Hosted by the Iraqi Chess Federation under the auspices of the Asian Chess Federation and the … Continue reading Erbil Welcomes Asia’s Finest: The 2025 Senior Chess Championships Begin!
Asian Seniors Chess Championship Starts in Erbil, Iraq
Hon. Rebar Ahmed Khalid (left), Minister of Interior of Kurdistan Region of Iraq, and WGM Strutinkaia, Galina of Russia (right), play a friendly game at the opening of the Asian Seniors Chess Championship. The Asian Seniors Chess Championship opened today with 45 players from 12 countries participating, namely Afghanistan, Cambodia, India, Iran, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, … Continue reading Asian Seniors Chess Championship Starts in Erbil, Iraq
Eastern Asia Juniors and Girls Set 23-29 Dec 2025 in Hong Kong
The Hong Kong China Chess Federation (HKCCF) is honoured to invite chess players from all member federations of Eastern Asia Zone 3.3 & Zone 3.5 to participate in the Eastern Asia Juniors and Girls Chess Championship 2025 (with direct titles & norms) from the 22nd December 2025 (arrival) and departure on 30th December 2025. The … Continue reading Eastern Asia Juniors and Girls Set 23-29 Dec 2025 in Hong Kong