Bulgarian Chess Federation
The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in Sofia Organized a Second International Friendship Chess Tourney
The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan organized the 2nd edition of the International Friendship Chess Tourney at Varna Hall, Interpred World Trade Centre, Sofia on 23rd November 2018. It may be recalled that the Embassy had held the inaugural event in February earlier this year.
World Chess Federation Confirms Bulgaria's Suspension
The World Chess Federation (FIDE) has confirmed a decision to suspend Bulgaria's international activity in chess, Dnevnik.bg has reported.
The announcement, made at the 87th FIDE Congress in Baku, upholds the vote of the European Chess Union to expel the Bulgarian body.
Bulgarian Chess Federation Expelled From European Chess Union
The Bulgarian Chess Federation has been expelled from the European Chess Union during a meeting in Baku.
The decision was supported by 37 of the members of the management; 11 voted against.