08.04.2024

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting with young people at the Cybersport Arena opened in Jizzakh.

According to the Presidential Resolution dd. November 16, 2022, e-sports will be further popularized. In particular, a Cybersport Arena has been built in the city of Jizzakh on the site of a former tennis court. The main hall, designed for 1,2 thousand spectators, is equipped with modern technology. There are also 12 study and training rooms, a conference room, a 35-seat dormitory and a cafeteria.

The multi-purpose arena can host international competitions in boxing, wrestling, basketball, table tennis, chess and draughts, as well as events within the framework of the "Five Initiatives".

The complex includes an IT academy, where young people can learn computer skills, foreign languages, graphic design, robotics and other areas. It is planned to implement the "Heirs of Muhammad al-Khwarizmi" system to train specialists in this field.

The Head of State watched competitions in e-sports, chess, the intellectual game “Zakovat” and basketball, and talked to young people.

- Today we have visited many places in Jizzakh and launched new projects. Obviouslly, the economy of the region and the scale of construction have grown significantly. But the main achievement is the aspiration of our youth, their activity and self-confidence. It is with such young people that we can implement our Strategy and the great goals we have set for ourselves, - said Shavkat Mirziyoyev.

During the visit, the responsible officials explained the plans for the arena. In particular, friendly tournaments will be held with the winners of various competitions for participation in the World Championships.

Instructions were given to identify talented young people in each field and help them make the transition to professional sport.