TASHKENT, December 13. /Dunyo IA/. A rapid chess tournament for the Cup of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan is currently underway at the International Chess Academy in Tashkent, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

The competition is organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan in cooperation with the Uzbekistan Chess Federation, with participation from MFA staff, diplomatic missions of foreign countries, and international organizations accredited in Uzbekistan. The tournament has become a platform for informal interaction, fostering mutual understanding, and strengthening partnerships among members of the diplomatic corps.

The event aims to promote chess as an intellectual sport, encourage a culture of healthy and active living, and support initiatives for the development of team-based sports. Held in a rapid chess format, the tournament offers a dynamic and engaging experience for both participants and spectators.