SNACA Revitalizes Operations with New Board and Statutes at Samarkand General Assembly

Members of the Small Nations Chess Association (SNACA) gathered in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, for the organization’s General Assembly, where they voted to revitalize the association’s operations, adopted new statutes, and elected a new Board to serve a two-year term.

Expanded Membership Base

The association now comprises 35 member federations spanning four continents, reflecting the growing international community of chess federations represented within SNACA.

Key Decisions and Future Plans

• Approval of new statutes to govern the association’s renewed activities
• Election of a new Board for a two-year mandate
• Commitment to organize SNACA’s first individual championship in 2027
• Focus on strengthening cooperation among small chess nations

New Chapter for Small Nations Chess

The General Assembly in Samarkand marks a new chapter for SNACA as it continues to strengthen cooperation among small nations and provide opportunities for their chess communities to participate in international events. The planned 2027 individual championship represents an important milestone in the association’s development and future activities.

Source

This report is based on information published by FIDE — International Chess Federation.

Official source: https://www.fide.com/small-nations-chess-association-restarts-activities-and-elects-new-board/