Congratulations to new Asian title holders as announced by FIDE Council. Download:
Congratulations to new Philippine title holders
New International Arbiter Dr. Alfredo Paez
Dr. Alfredo Paez, a successful dentist based in Cabuyao City, Laguna, has been officially conferred the title of International Arbiter (IA) by the International Chess Federation (FIDE). His IA title was approved during the 2025 2nd FIDE Council Meeting held last month.
Dr. Paez earned his IA norms through key international events, including the Asian Junior Chess Championships 2024, 12th Asian Senior Chess Championships, AQ Prime ASEAN Chess Championship 2023, and the Asian Junior Chess Championships 2022. He also served as an International Technical Official during the 2023 ASEAN Para Games in Cambodia.
In August 2024, he successfully passed the FIDE Certification Examination for International Arbiters.
An Arena Grand Master (AGM), Dr. Paez is the Regional Director (Region IV) of the National Chess Federation of the Philippines (NCFP) and currently serves as President of the Philippine Executive Chess Association.
Beyond chess and dentistry, Dr. Paez is active in community service. He is a Past President of the Rotary Club of Nuvali and remains involved with various professional organizations, including the Philippine Dental Association (PDA), Philippine Prosthodontic Society, and PDA-Laguna Chapter. He also founded the Cabuyao Dental Club.
Dr. Paez and his wife, Dr. Sheila Pedriña, who is also a dentist, are proud parents to three chess-playing children: Sydney, Sweden, and Schaan.
New FIDE Associate Organizer Engr. Alvin Alcala
FIDE has awarded the Associate Organizer title to Engr Alvin Alcala, adding to his existing FIDE titles as FIDE Arbiter and FIDE Instructor.
An active player, Alcala is an Arena Grand Master and is a prolific organizer, having organized eight “Search for the next Chess Master” in his home city of Dumaguete, Philippines.
In his professional career, he is a Registered Mechanical Engineer, Lead Auditor ISO 9001 Quality Management System and Project Management Professional.
His experience extends beyond mere organization; it encompasses fostering grassroots development, elevating local talent to national and international recognition, and significantly boosting FIDE ratings for hundreds of players in the region.
Search for Next Chess Master series organized by Alvin Alcala
New Philippine FIDE Arbiters
Franz Robert Grafil
Carlito Manis
Tessie Relleve
Jayson Resurreccion