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MENA-Based Esports Events

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Saudi Arabia is Expected to Host the World Esports Championship

— September 6, 2023 — Business
The International Esports Federation (IESF) has revealed that the World Esports Championship, a region-specific esports competition, is scheduled to occur in Saudi Arabia in 2024. Although the specific host city remains undisclosed, this announcement underscores the growing enthusiasm and new financial backing directed toward esports within Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabia has experienced substantial government-led initiatives aimed at bolstering the esports sector, encompassing investments in diverse esports-related enterprises, video game developers, and the facilitation of esports tournaments. Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan Al Saud, a prominent member of the Saudi royal family, assumed the role of Statutory Vice President of the International Esports Federation in June. He also holds the title of Vice President of the Global Esports Federation.

As esports continues to grow in the MENA regions, this decision to host the championship in Saudi Arabia underscores the country's unwavering dedication to establishing itself as a prominent participant in the global esports arena.

Image Credit: International Esports Federation (IESF)
Trend Themes
1. Government-led Esports Initiatives - Saudi Arabia has implemented substantial government-led initiatives to bolster the esports sector, including investments in esports-related enterprises and video game developers.
2. Regional Esports Competitions - The World Esports Championship in Saudi Arabia highlights the growing popularity of regional esports competitions in the MENA region.
3. Saudi Arabia's Esports Ambitions - Hosting the championship in Saudi Arabia showcases the country's commitment to becoming a prominent player in the global esports arena.
Industry Implications
1. Esports Infrastructure - The growing government support for esports in Saudi Arabia presents opportunities for investments in esports infrastructure and venues.
2. Video Game Development - The focus on esports in Saudi Arabia opens up prospects for investments and partnerships with local video game developers.
3. Event Management - The hosting of the World Esports Championship in Saudi Arabia creates opportunities for event management companies to bring their expertise to the esports industry.
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