Nanning, China, May 20, 2024: The Asian Electronic Sports Federation (AESF) has established a strategic partnership with the Big Data Development Bureau of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, in Nanning, China.
The two parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Mr. Sebastian Lau, AESF Director General, and Mr. Chang Liang, Vice President of the Big Data Development Bureau of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, People’s Republic of China.
The primary focus of the MoU is to foster cooperation in hosting the inaugural ASEAN-China Esports Competition scheduled to be held in Nanning. This electrifying landmark event will bring together national teams from Southeast Asia, China and a few other Asian countries.
The AESF Director General stated: “Through this partnership, we're not just building a competition; we're forging connections between countries and relevant industries, further strengthening relations between ASEAN and China and their counterparts and using Esports to develop more exchange and collaboration opportunities.
“The AESF is pleased to be part of this historic moment in Esports, and to contribute to ASEAN-China relations, as well as looking forward to showcasing the best examples of Esports values and fostering stronger bonds among nations through this ground-breaking competition,” Mr. Lau added.