The Fiji Chess Federation set a target of developing a new generation of national players within the next five years.

Federation Secretary Goru Arvind says there is a need to develop the youngsters for international tournaments.

“We are surely going to develop the younger players because our main aim is to have newer national players in the next 5 years or so. There is a lot of junior development and training sessions planned ahead so it’s very worthwhile if you come out and participate in this sport.”

Meanwhile, the players will be in action on Sunday in the FMF Junior Championship in Suva.