2026 FISU World University Championship Mind Sports

Dear student-athletes and friends,

I am honored and delighted to welcome you to the 2026 FISU World University Championship Mind Sports! This event, co-hosted by the China Student Sports Federation and the People’s Government of Liaocheng City, stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to the spirit of mind sports, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence.

As the Party Secretary of the CPC Liaocheng Municipal Committee, I am delighted to witness university athletes from around the world gather in this historic yet vibrant city. Your presence not only brings intellectual vitality, but also showcases the distinctive appeal of cultural integration and a shared spirit as embodied by mind sports.

We sincerely welcome you to Liaocheng, China, and eagerly anticipate that young talents from different countries will convey the values of rational thinking and harmonious coexistence to every corner of the world through the unique bond of mind sports.

The Liaocheng Organizing Committee firmly believes in the inspiring power of mind sports—it can spark innovative potential, hone strategic thinking, and, most importantly, foster mutual understanding and build consensus among people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Once again, a warm welcome to all participants. We hope your time in Liaocheng will be both fulfilling and unforgettable. May you build genuine international friendships, experience the excitement of intense mind sports, and take pure joy in the sports you love.