On 28 November 2025, FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich visited Kazakhstan and held a fruitful meeting with Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
During the meeting, the Head of State expressed strong appreciation for the support that FIDE provides to the Kazakhstan Chess Federation, coaches, and young players.
President Tokayev emphasized that chess in Kazakhstan is not merely a sport, but also a vital component of intellectual culture, moral upbringing, and education.
He noted the growing popularity of chess among children and youth and underscored that special attention is being devoted to developing chess infrastructure and integrating the game into the national education system.
The discussion also addressed the importance of deepening comprehensive cooperation between the Kazakhstan Chess Federation and FIDE, including the organization of major international tournaments in Kazakhstan and the implementation of joint development initiatives.
In response, Arkady Dvorkovich provided a detailed overview of Kazakhstan’s newly adopted Comprehensive Chess Development Plan, which establishes a framework for collaborative efforts among the state, private sector, and national federation. He also reported that last year, Kazakhstani chess players earned the highest number of medals across all competitions held under the auspices of FIDE.
Photos: Aqorda and Kazakhstan Chess Federation