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On June 2, a ceremonial signing of Memoranda of Cooperation took place at the Federation Council between Senator of the Russian Federation and President of the Moscow Region Chess Federation Sergey Alexandrovich Karjakin, President of the Congolese Chess Association Simon Edgar Emerson Mandzela, and President of the NGO “African Center” Jocelyn-Patrick Mandzela

The Moscow Region Chess Federation is steadily expanding its presence in the African region by implementing the international project “Chess Diplomacy in Africa,” aimed at developing cultural and humanitarian cooperation through chess. The signing of the Memorandum is an important step in the development of chess ties between Russia and the Republic of the Congo.

“We hope for long-term cooperation, exchange of experience, and simply friendly communication. Thanks to the delegation of respected friends for visiting the Federation Council,” Sergey Karjakin commented on the signing.

The NGO “African Center” regards the development of the intellectual and educational potential of society as one of the important directions of Russian–African cooperation. In the modern world, states’ competitiveness is largely determined by the quality of human capital, the level of education, and people’s ability to think strategically, make balanced decisions, and interact effectively with one another. Chess is a globally recognized tool for developing these qualities, bringing together people of different generations and creating additional opportunities for education, personal growth, and international exchange. The signing of the Memorandum opens new prospects for exchanging experience, supporting talented individuals, and strengthening humanitarian ties between Russia and the Republic of the Congo.

“The signing of the Memorandum of Cooperation between our Association and your Federation is a momentous event in the development of our common cause. This agreement cements a shared idea and vision: to make the noble game of chess a powerful instrument of education, self-improvement, and friendship between our two countries. As the famous motto of the International Chess Federation says: Gens una sumus — ‘We are one family.’ We will be proud of this first step and together will pave the way to future victories both on the chessboard and in life,” said Simon Edgar Emerson Mandzela in his speech.