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On that list were esports professional player and esports operator.<\/p>\n<p>The move is a bizarre one, given the amazing strength of the esports industry in the nation. <\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Chinese esports betting sites\" href=\"https:\/\/esportbet.com\/china\/\">China has one of the biggest esports markets in the world<\/a> and was represented ably in <a title=\"League of Legends betting\" href=\"https:\/\/esportbet.com\/league-of-legends\/\">the 2018 League of Legends World Championships<\/a>, which they won.<\/p>\n<p>The Government recognition can only improve the standing of the industry in China, which already invests significant funds into developing its players.<\/p>\n<p>While this statement will seem unnecessary and even comical, China has been an innovator and actively encouraged the growth of the sport.<\/p>\n<p>And that investment is paying off as China places itself at the forefront of the world&#8217;s fastest-growing sports.<\/p>\n<p>Chinese players should now enjoy extended working rights and complete freedom of movement. 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