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PAGCOR Approves Manila’s Integrated Resorts to Accept Online Bets

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  The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has granted permission for the integrated resorts in Manila to accept online bets in a move aimed at helping operators recoup COVID-19 induced losses. Alfredo Lim, President and COO of PAGCOR, confirmed that recently received applications from City of Dreams Manila, Okada Manila, Resorts World Manila and…

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China to Criminalise Overseas Gambling Operations Luring Chinese Gamblers to Overseas Casinos

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  The Chinese Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress has revealed it is considering an amendment that would criminalise the act of luring Chinese gamblers to overseas casinos. It is also considering an increase in penalties for establishing casino operations within mainland China, where gambling is illegal. The Committee will carry out a second…

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Cambodia’s National Assembly Approves Draft Law on Commercial Gaming Management

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  The National Assembly of Cambodia has approved the draft law on commercial gaming management, which was intended to bring casinos and other gaming facilities in the kingdom under control. Aun Pornmoniroth, Minister of Economy and Finance in Cambodia, said the bill sets a minimum capital for the investment in a casino and provides measures…

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Singapore’s Home Ministry Confirms Launch of GRA by 2021

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  Singapore’s Ministry of Home Affairs has confirmed the establishment of the Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) by 2021. According to a statement from the ministry in April, the new body will be a statutory board and will be reconstituted from the current Casino Regulatory Authority (CRA). “The Ministry of Home Affairs will establish the Gambling…

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Macau Lawmaker Jose Maria Pereira Coutinho Calls for Legalisation of Online Gambling

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  Macau lawmaker Jose Maria Pereira Coutinho has urged the enclave government to legalise online gambling in order to help overcome the economic challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. “Macau should introduce interactive gaming. The Macau SAR government should establish official standards and regulations on interactive gaming, and develop interactive gaming software together, in…

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IEC Secures Casino Licence in Manila

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  Hong Kong-based International Entertainment Corporation (IEC) has obtained a provisional licence to operate a casino in Manila. In June the firm, which operates New World Manila Bay Hotel and Casino through its subsidiary Marina Square Properties (MSPI), said it planned to redevelop an unnamed existing hotel to create a new integrated resort (IR) in…

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