The government of Ukraine has recognised esports as an official sports competition.
The decision comes after a series of submissions and lobbying from multiple interested parties, and will see a five-year esports strategy pitched by the Ukrainian Professional Esports Association (UPEA) this month.
Recognition of esports as an official sports competition in the eastern European country was announced following a meeting of the Commission for Recognition of Sports.
The popularity and growth of esports in Ukraine and other nations in the region has meant that national bodies have been increasingly taking notice of the industry.