The Asian Chess Federation (ACF), also known as the FIDE Asian Zone (FAZ), is the continental governing body for the sport of chess in Asia. It is affiliated with the Fédération Internationale des Échecs (FIDE), the world chess federation. The ACF was founded in 1957 and currently has 57 member federations. The ACF is responsible for organizing and promoting chess tournaments in Asia, including the Asian Chess Championship, the Asian Continental Chess Championship, and the Asian Youth Chess Championships. The ACF also works to develop chess in Asia by providing training programs and resources for member federations. The ACF has been successful in promoting chess in Asia, and the continent has produced some of the world's best chess players, including Viswanathan Anand, Ding Liren, and Hou Yifan. The ACF is committed to continuing to develop chess in Asia and making the continent a major force in the world of chess.
Al Ain Chess & Mind Games Club is a leading chess and mind sports organization based in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. Working in cooperation with the United Arab Emirates Chess Federation and FIDE, the Club supports the development and promotion of chess through major national and international events. As the local host of the FIDE World Junior Rapid & Blitz Chess Championships 2026, the Club is responsible for key organizational areas including the competition venue, accommodation, transportation, accreditation, hospitality, ceremonies, and other local arrangements, helping strengthen Al Ain’s position as an important destination for international chess.
