Qatar Strengthens Its Esports Commitment with 10-Year Agreement

The Global Esports Federation (GEF) and the Qatar Esports Federation have joined forces through a 10-year Strategic Framework Agreement (SFA). This momentous partnership was formally unveiled during the inaugural Olympics Esports Week in Singapore, and it holds immense promise for Qatar and the esports industry at large.

The SFA signifies Qatar’s unwavering commitment to propelling the exponential growth of esports on the international stage. By aligning with the GEF, Qatar positions itself within a burgeoning network of #worldconnected hubs, connecting key esports players across the Americas, Asia, Europe, Oceania, the Middle East and Africa. The GEF’s headquarters in Singapore serves as the epicentre of this dynamic global community, fostering collaboration and innovation.

Chris Chan, President of the GEF, expressed his optimism about the newfound partnership, stating, “This Strategic Framework Agreement marks a major milestone that underscores Qatar’s commitment to the development of esports. We look forward to supporting and collaborating with Qatar, leveraging their innovative spirit to contribute to the future growth and advancement of esports.”

Sheikh Abdulla Bin Faleh Al-Thani, President of the Qatar Esports Federation, echoed these sentiments, highlighting the significance of the agreement for Qatar’s digital economic growth strategy. “Our partnership with the Global Esports Federation through this agreement signifies Qatar’s commitment to driving growth in esports. Together with the GEF’s global community, we are poised to take our esports ambitions to new heights, aligning with our digital economic growth strategy. Qatar is excited to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of this thriving industry.”

The signing of the SFA is a pivotal moment in Qatar’s esports journey. As the esports landscape continues to experience remarkable and sustained expansion, Qatar is positioning itself to fully harness the industry’s potential. This strategic alliance reaffirms Qatar’s vision of placing esports and its related sectors at the forefront of the nation’s digital economic growth.

As the esports community eagerly anticipates the implementation of this ambitious 10-year agreement, Qatar is poised to become a central player in shaping the future of the esports industry. With a commitment to innovation and global collaboration, Qatar’s journey to esports excellence has only just begun, promising to redefine the landscape of competitive gaming on a global scale.