The Qatar Esports Federation (QESF) has announced its message, vision and objectives during a press conference held at Doha Tower yesterday.
The press conference was attended by the QESF president Sheikh Abdullah bin Faleh al-Thani, Secretary-General Faisal Abdulrahman Khalid, Assistant Secretary-General Khalifa al-Haroon and board members: Sheikha Abeer bint Nooh al-Thani, Sheikh Nasser bin Khalid al-Thani, Moza al-Mohannadi, and Nasser Abdulla al-Hajri.
The QESF president Sheikh Abdullah said that launching the QESF is a dream come true to develop regulations and plans to promote esport in the community. He also highlighted that the mission of the federation is to develop esports in Qatar, expand the base of community participation and become a leading federation that fosters the growth and development of esports in Qatar.
In addition, the QESF signed a MoU with QUEST esports company. The CEO and founder of QUEST Elie Honain said: “Today, we have marked another important milestone in the growth of esports in Qatar. Through our partnership with the Qatar Esports Federation, we will be able to grow our local talent pool through additional support and training, as well as increase the frequency of live competitions – both intrinsic pillars of the Qatar National Vision 2030’s plans for supporting the broader sports ecosystem and youth development. Qatar has already made significant moves in becoming the region’s leading Esports hub and this collaboration is only set to enhance that.”
QESF Secretary-General Faisal Abdulrahman Khalid shed light on the vision and brand of the federation. The logo concept came to place by bridging the first letter of Qatar in both English and Arabic to symbolise a joystick. “The federation aims to establish a culture of esports in Qatar and provide talented athletes with a clear path to be able to represent Qatar at international levels,” he said.