Jordan E-Sports Federation Signs Cooperation Protocol with KHBP

A memorandum of understanding has been signed between the Jordan E-Sports Federation (JEF) and King Hussein Business Park (KHBP) in Amman. Under the agreement, the federation now has a formal framework for holding more tournaments and events in the space it already occupies. KHBP announced the agreement on Sunday in a statement published on its website. JEF President Prince Omar bin Faisal attended the signing ceremony.

Under the memorandum, the two organizations will jointly organize special competitions on campus and host international delegations and official guests who attend these events. The parties will also cooperate in media and marketing, and work continues on training, coaching and community projects, as well as the sharing of knowledge and expertise. The parties did not disclose the financial terms or the duration of the agreement.

KHBP CEO Eng. Ammar Ezzeddin described the partnership as part of the park's goal of creating a favorable environment for institutions, startups and high-potential sectors. Ezzeddin said they aim to make the park a center for innovation and technology, and expect to host more tournaments and events that showcase Jordanian talent.

JEF Vice President Hazem Bawab focused on competitive and grassroots goals. Bawab said the agreement is an important step in efforts to develop Jordan's e-sports sector. He added that they aim to raise the standard of local, regional and international competitions, support young talent by making use of KHBP's facilities, and launch joint programs.

The agreement formalizes a relationship that already existed on the ground. JEF, the state-recognized regulatory body for e-sports in the country, operates at the park in West Amman. Most of its work takes place at THE ARC, an arena and gaming dome inside the park. The venue has hosted events such as the Fourth Arab E-Sports League, the Women's E-Sports Championship and Red Bull Login. Red Bull Login also served as the Jordan national final for Dota 2 and Counter-Strike 2. The venue also functions as an incubator supported by the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship and the federation, and runs training camps for players aiming to turn professional.

Pocket Gamer Connects Jordan will also take place in Amman on November 7 and 8, bringing stakeholders from the region's gaming industry to the city.