Fujairah Crown Prince Meets WFCC Chief to Boost Chess Culture

Fujairah, UAE — H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, met with Marjan Kovacevic, President of the World Federation for Chess Composition (WFCC), at Al Rumaila Palace in Fujairah. The meeting was also attended by Dr. Abdullah Ali Al Barkat, Vice President of the WFCC and Chairman of the Fujairah Chess and Culture Club.

During the discussion, H.H. emphasized Fujairah’s commitment to enhancing cooperation with international sports organizations like the WFCC. He highlighted the emirate’s dedication to promoting a culture of creative thinking and logical analysis—particularly among youth—through intellectual sports such as chess.

The Crown Prince noted that under the guidance of H.H. Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Ruler of Fujairah, the emirate continues to support cultural and sporting activities that nurture talent and encourage strategic and innovative thinking.

Marjan Kovacevic expressed his gratitude for the Crown Prince’s warm welcome and his interest in chess as a tool for intellectual development. He affirmed that collaboration with Fujairah would open new avenues for global projects aimed at promoting chess and expanding its influence both locally and internationally.

The meeting underscored Fujairah’s growing role as a hub for cultural and intellectual sports, aligning with the UAE’s vision to inspire creativity and excellence among its youth.