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The championship will be held outside the US for the first time as part of ADRO’s efforts to attract leading international events to the UAE
In line with ADRO’s commitment to attract top international talent to the UAE
Championship aims to propel emirate into leading global destination to live, work and thrive
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Abu Dhabi will host the Ken-Ken International Championships 2022, the largest math puzzle tournament in the world. The tournament, to be held at Khalifa University on December 17, 2022, will be organized in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Residents’ Office (ADRO), marking the first time the event will be held outside the United States.
The hosting of this international championship in Abu Dhabi for the first time is the result of ADRO’s continuous efforts to bring prominent and professional events to Abu Dhabi to reinforce the emirate’s position as a leading and capable destination for major events across all sectors and fields.
Furthermore, the hosting of this tournament is a direct reflection of ADRO’s commitment to participate in groundbreaking international events that underscore the UAE’s status as the destination of choice for international talent to live, work and develop. In addition to showcasing the opportunities available to the international community in Abu Dhabi, enabling them to reach their maximum potential within a stable and progressive ecosystem.
His Excellency Hareb Al Mheiri, Executive Director, Abu Dhabi Resident Office, said: “By hosting this major tournament in Abu Dhabi for the first time, we seek to attract the brightest minds and talents to Abu Dhabi and provide them with unique opportunities here Settling in, contributing to the emirate’s diversity efforts and towards continued excellence.”
His Excellency added: “This championship is an unprecedented opportunity for the youth of the Emirates to showcase their skills and talents and represent the UAE at this prestigious international event.”
The annual KenKen International Championships attract students of all ages and encourage school and university students to actively use their intelligence and skills. The tournament’s name was inspired by the world-famous Japanese puzzle game “KenKen” or “Kendo,” which was featured in more than 150 newspapers around the world, including The New York Times and The Times. Puzzle books for the popular game have sold over a million copies to date.
KenKen puzzles are designed to increase the player’s intelligence. In a dedicated survey, 92% of participants said that KenKen improved their logical thinking skills, and 84% said it helped improve their problem-solving skills.
ADRO encourages talented students of all ages to participate in the Championships in Abu Dhabi to support and motivate them to develop their skills and talents in a positive manner while embracing creativity, progression and prosperity.
About Abu Dhabi Resident Office
The Abu Dhabi Resident Office is a division of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED), which aims to support the emirate’s thriving international community. The office works to help new residents integrate into Abu Dhabi and supports the integration and harmony of expatriates with local culture and society. The office is developing smart services for its global residency programme, international community guides, and active research and engagement programs that facilitate life in the emirate. The office also advocates for international residents and is actively involved in shaping policies that improve the quality of life for everyone in Abu Dhabi, now and in the future. To learn more, visit adro.gov.ae.
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