The Asian Chess Federation would sponsor 20 Pakistani players for the Arbitration course under the International Chess Federation.

In an interview, Chess Federation of Pakistan Vice President said that they received a confirmation from Asian Chess Federation that they would be sponsoring 20 Pakistani players/chess masters for the course.

He also asked the players/chess masters to send their particulars along with their qualifications/copy of degrees.

He said the Chess Federation of Pakistan believed in merit and is against political victimization of any player.

He said that CFP will continue its efforts for the betterment and promotion of players in Pakistan.