The Asian Electronic Sports Federation (AESF) has taken a bold step into the future of competitive gaming by forging a strategic partnership with the Big Data Development Bureau of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in Nanning, China. This dynamic collaboration was formalised with a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by AESF Director General Mr Sebastian Lau and Mr Chang Liang, Vice President of the Big Data Development Bureau.

The MoU was signed 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.

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The primary focus of this exciting partnership is the inaugural China-ASEAN Esports Competition, set to electrify Nanning. This landmark event will bring together national teams from Southeast Asia, China, and other Asian countries for a showdown that promises to be as thrilling as it is historic.

The collaboration between AESF and the Big Data Development Bureau covers all the bases of event planning and coordination. From competition organisation and venue selection to game title licensing and comprehensive services for participating teams, no detail is too small.

Building Bridges Through Esports

Mr. Chang Liang (left) and Mr. Sebastian Lau (right) signing the MoU

Both parties are dedicated to a seamless execution of the China-ASEAN Esports Competition, leveraging their collective expertise and resources. Their shared vision goes beyond the games themselves; they aim to elevate the status of Esports in the region and foster a spirit of cultural exchange and camaraderie among the participating nations.

Mr Sebastian Lau expressed the broader impact of this partnership with enthusiasm.

“Through this partnership, we’re not just building a competition; we’re forging connections between countries and industries, strengthening China-ASEAN relations, and creating more opportunities for exchange and collaboration. The AESF is proud to contribute to this historic moment in Esports and to foster stronger bonds among nations through this groundbreaking competition.”

The China-ASEAN Esports Competition is set to be a landmark event that showcases the best of Esports, promotes unity among nations, and provides a platform for thrilling competition. As the event draws nearer, the excitement is palpable. Stay tuned for more updates on what promises to be an unforgettable chapter in Esports history.