Sheikh Saud Bin Abdulaziz Almualla, Chairman of Sharjah Cultural and Chess Club and President of Arab Chess Federation, has hailed His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah for issuing decree organising functioning of the club.

Last week, Dr Sheikh Sultan issued Emiri Decree No. (5) for 2021 on the organisation of the Sharjah Cultural and Chess Club (SCCC).

The decree stipulates the establishment of a club specialised in chess, and concerned with cultural and social activities in Sharjah.  

“Sharjah Cultural and Chess Club” shall enjoy the legal entity and the full capacity to carry out the necessary legal actions to achieve its goals and exercise its competencies. Sharjah Cultural and Chess Club shall work under the supervision of Sharjah Sports Council.

The club headquarters shall be located in Sharjah, and it is permissible by a decision of the Sharjah Sports Council upon the request of the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the club to establish branches in the cities and regions of the Emirate.

According to the decree, Sharjah Cultural and Chess Club aims to spreading the culture of chess, educating society about its importance, and promoting its practice. It also aims to contribute to the integration of all members of society through practicing the game and cultural and community activities.

The club shall enhance the Emirate’s position in the field of chess at the internal and external levels of the country.

Sheikh Saud affirmed that this decree is an extension of the order of the Ruler of Sharjah in 1979 when he directed the establishment of the club.

“The new decree issued by Sheikh Sultan confirms his keenness to provide support that would benefit youth, sports and in the emirate of Sharjah. The club management sought to translate these directives to make Sharjah a beacon of chess.

“The issuance of this decree preserves the club’s legal rights, organizes the administrative foundations, and supports the status of the club internationally,” Sheikh Saud added.

 Sharjah Cultural and Chess Club president also extended his thanks and appreciation to Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and Sheikh Abdullah Bin Salem Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah for their support towards the club, which plays significant role in the success of the club.

“We value the cooperation of the Sharjah Sports Council, who support many programmes and activities initiated by the club,” said Sheikh Saud.

Recently, the Sharjah Cultural & Chess Club hosted the 26th edition of the Sharjah Rapid International Chess Championship.

Grandmaster Salem Abdulrahman Mohamed Saleh emerged as the sole winner of the 26th edition of the Sharjah Rapid International Chess Championship 2021.

The top-rated UAE player in the competition collected 9 points from nine rounds and overcame the challenge of the Moroccan International Master Mokhliss El Adnani. GM Saleh also dominated the Blitz Championship, which was held on the sidelines of the tournament.