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Online Gambling Allowed in Philippines to Boost Covid Response Funds

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By: The HALLO ECHO

July 9, 2021

Despite previously being against online gambling in the country, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on Wednesday said he was forced to allow the activity to boost the country’s Covid-19 response funds. In a pre-recorded meeting with his political party officials, Duterte said allowing gambling operations was the most “sensible” thing to do, considering the government…

Philippines’ Lower Congressional Chamber Passes Bill to Tax Online Gambling Firms

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By: The HALLO ECHO

February 10, 2021

The Philippines’ lower congressional chamber has passed a bill imposing taxes on online gambling firms. Online gambling companies, known as Philippine offshore gambling operators (POGOs), offer online betting to customers in mainland China, where gambling is banned. In 2019, President Rodrigo Duterte rejected China’s call to ban such firms, which have fuelled property demand…