The tentative schedule for 4 major regional open tournaments in Malaysia, Thailand and Australia for 2011 is as follows: 3-9 April: Kuala Lumpur Open 11-17 April: Thailand Open 21-25 April: Doeberl Cup 27 April – 1 May: Sydney Open

As the explosive growth of chess in the Asia-Pacific region continues, it is high time that better coordination and a unified approach to chess organization is adopted. With this in mind, a dedicated group of chess organizers and enthusiasts have formed the Asia-Pacific Chess Organizers Association. We would encourage all chess organizers to check with …

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