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RIYADH: Key players of the fast-growing esports and gaming industry will converge on Riyadh for the second Next World Forum scheduled to begin on Wednesday.

The Saudi Esports Federation has organized the two-day event to coincide with the end of the summer season of Gamers8 currently underway at Boulevard Riyadh City. The event is scheduled to symbolize both a culmination of a significant industry milestone and the ushering of an innovative future.

The pivotal congress of industry leaders is set to reshape the dynamics of the rapidly evolving business. The forum’s primary objective is to foster dialogue and collaboration among global stakeholders.

On the agenda are critical discussions on the expansion of esports and the gaming industry, its economic implications, and the emerging opportunities therein.  

In an interview with Arab News, Turki Al-Fawzan, CEO of the Saudi Esports Federation, said the Kingdom’s gaming sector is deeply intertwined with the country’s larger goals. 

“As seen through Vision 2030 and economic diversification plans, the gaming and esports sector holds immense potential for youth empowerment and economic growth, and the Kingdom is strategically positioned to capitalize on the global growth of esports,” he said. 

“The National Gaming and Esports strategy aims to harness the enthusiasm of approximately 23.5