Join us in celebration of an epic battle that saw two chess heavyweights go head to head to claim the title of World Chess Champion. The result saw Norwegian Magnus Carlson defeat the plucky Russian challenger, Ian Nepomniachtchi after winning by a scoreline of 7.5:3.5. Carlson remains the World Chess Champion, a title that he has held since 2013. 

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Join us in celebration of an amazing competition that saw Norwegian Magnus Carlson defeat the plucky Russian challenger Ian Nepomniachtchi to claim the World Chess Championship. 

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Magnus Carlsen of Norway, the winner of the FIDE World Chess Championship Dubai 2021 with the trophy during the closing ceremony at Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) m22139

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Organised by the International Chess Federation (FIDE), the postponed 2020 championship will see the reigning world champion, Magnus Carlsen of Norway, defend his title against the winner of the delayed Candidates Tournament, Russian Grandmaster Ian Nepomniachtchi.

The sixth game of this epic showdown between the two of the game’s finest Grandmasters will take place on the 3rd of December in Dubai Exhibition Centre, with the two players competing for a prize fund of EUR 2 million (AED 9 million).

World Chess Championship 2021

FIDE World Chess Championship 2021

The sixth installment of the epic showdown between Magnus Carlsen of Norway and Russian Grandmaster Ian Nepomniachtchi in the FIDE World Chess Championship.

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Expo 2020 connects minds from around the globe. These connections are not limited to the pavilions and parks, but also extend to the vast Dubai Exhibition Centre: a new, state-of-the-art venue for conferences, concerts and more. 

Conveniently located next to the recently completed Expo 2020 metro station, with striking views of the magnificent domed Al Wasl Plaza, the DEC offers 45,000 square metres of customisable event space, 14 exhibition and multi-use halls, on-site catering, and best-in-class audio-visual resources.


A light geometric pattern decorates the DEC’s extraordinarily broad front façade, which features a giant overhanging arch over the entrance to the central plaza area, as well as sloped surfaces that seem to angle away from the entrance like a pair of wings

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FIDE: World Chess Championship - Match 6

Organised by the International Chess Federation (FIDE), the postponed 2020 championship will see the reigning world champion, Magnus Carlsen of Norway, defend his title against the winner of the delayed Candidates Tournament, Russian Grandmaster Ian Nepomniachtchi.

The showdown between the game’s finest Grandmasters will take place between 24 November and 16 December 2021 at Dubai Exhibition Centre, with the two players competing for a prize fund of EUR 2 million (AED 9 million).

FIDE: World Chess Championship

FIDE: World Chess Championship Dubai 2021

A press conference discussing the World Chess Championship, taking place between 24 November and 16 December 2021 at Dubai Exhibition Centre.

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The Champions of Tolerance Programme aims to create a discourse around the concept of tolerance and the importance of action plans on a national and global scale, with the UAE being an examplar to the world of a tolerant society. By engaging participants in an immersive and interactive journey, The Ministry of Tolerance and Coexistence organizes specialized workshops that take audiences on a transformative path by introducing them to six keys which ultimately shape values of tolerance in our modern age.

The Champions of Tolerance Programme

The Nexus for People and Planet

Engage in and celebrate the International Day for Tolerance, spotlighting the UAE’s leadership role in the area, and highlighting Expo Participants’ best practices and success stories.

H E Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, UAE Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Commissioner General of Expo 2020 speaks during the International Day of Tolerance, The Champions of Tolerance Programme at Nexus for People and Planet m10883

Amelia Brodka, President and Co-founder of Exposure Skates speaks during the International Day of Tolerance, The Champions of Tolerance Programme at Nexus for People and Planet m10889

Amelia Brodka, President and Co-founder of Exposure Skates speaks during the International Day of Tolerance, The Champions of Tolerance Programme at Nexus for People and Planet m10890

Dr Dena Assaf, United Nations Resident Coordinator for the UAE, Deputy Commissioner-General of the UN at Expo 2020 Dubai speaks during the International Day of Tolerance, The Champions of Tolerance Programme at Nexus for People and Planet m

H E Shamma pint Suhail bin Faros Al Mazrui, UAE Minister of State for Youth Affairs speaks during the International Day of Tolerance, The Champions of Tolerance Programme at Nexus for People and Planet m10881

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Nour Mahmoud, Youth Representative of the World Scout Bureau speaks during the International Day of Tolerance, The Champions of Tolerance Programme at Nexus for People and Planet m10885

Param Jaggi, CEO of Hatch Apps speaks during the International Day of Tolerance, The Champions of Tolerance Programme at Nexus for People and Planet m10887

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International Day for Tolerance

With our planet today home to 7.8 billion people, we put the spotlight on co-existence, understanding different faiths, creating inclusive dialogue, and so much more. During this Theme Week, Expo will provide a platform for diverse voices from all corners of the world to reimagine how spaces, environments and storytelling can become more inclusive by focusing on multiculturalism and peaceful co-existence.

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How can we foster a greater common understanding to enable more tolerant and inclusive societies?