Sri Lanka's first large-scale casino resort "City of Dreams" will have its grand opening on August 2 in the capital Colombo, attracting over 400 gamblers from India, Thailand, the Philippines, Macau, and other regions to participate in the launch ceremony. The project is jointly developed by Nuwa Ho
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) recently released data showing that the total gaming revenue (GGR) for the first half of 2025 reached 215 billion pesos, with integrated resort casinos contributing up to 93.36 billion pesos, accounting for about half. These casinos also broug
The Planning Department of Gozo Island, in strategic collaboration with InvestGozo and the international event organizer SiGMA, plans to host a series of exclusive events on Gozo Island as a prelude to the SiGMA Europe-Mediterranean Summit scheduled for September 1-3, 2025, in Malta.Clint Camilleri,
Despite a nominal increase in income, the actual revenue of physical casinos in Chile still fell by 3.7% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2025. This trend reflects the multiple challenges faced by traditional gambling venues against the backdrop of delayed clarity in iGaming regulation.According
According to the instructions from the Philippine Finance Minister to the state-owned companies, PAGCOR has remitted 75% of its net income for 2024 to the national treasury.In fact, this amount totals 12.67 billion Philippine pesos (approximately 230 million US dollars), which is 25% higher than the
Timor-Leste has recently taken a significant step in the gambling sector by planning to issue its first offshore gambling license, aimed at attracting international investment and promoting economic development.Government Support for the Development of Online Gambling IndustryPresident José Ramos-Ho
Former Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Kittiratt sarcastically criticized the opposition government's inaction in combating illegal casinos, while opposing the government's proposal to establish legal casinos.Kittiratt made a widely discussed comment on Facebook, questioning why ther
The issue of legalizing casinos in Thailand has been controversial since its proposal. Despite the government's attempt to promote the bill under the name of "entertainment complexes," many critics believe that this move lacks social consensus and could even jeopardize government stability.Particul
The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FFCCCII) recently called on the government to relax visa restrictions for Chinese tourists and to promote related reforms to modernize agriculture and improve the business environment, thereby enhancing the Philippines' economic c
The Thai government is accelerating the promotion of the "Entertainment Complex" or "Casino Law" project, but this plan faces various challenges, and it is still unknown whether it can be completed as scheduled.In order to promote economic development, especially in terms of finding funding, the Tha
After various delays, the Parliament approved the standard by 13 affirmative votes to six negative ones. The Minister of Finance, Javier Silvania, explained that the reform will generate significant revenue for the state coffers.Curacao.- The Parliament of Curacao approved the new National Ordinance
Recently, the Uzbekistan Cabinet passed a resolution: from January 1, 2025, online gambling, lotteries, and betting activities will be allowed within the country. Prior to this, in April, the President of Uzbekistan had already issued a decree allowing these activities.This decision by Uzbekistan un
The Brazilian city seeks to become a hub in the sector by creating jobs and boosting the local economy.Brazil.- The municipality of Porto Alegre approved a modification that reduces the tax rate from 5 to 2 percent on the Tax on Services of Any Nature (ISSQN, acronym in Portuguese) related to sports
The Argentine government continues to accelerate the legalization process of the online gambling market and has reached strategic cooperation agreements with several internationally renowned gambling companies.This move aims to bring new sources of revenue to the country while providing more choices
The Philippines is in the final countdown of a nationwide campaign to clear out POGO gambling operators.October 15 is the deadline set by the Philippine Bureau of Immigration for POGO workers to collectively downgrade their visas and leave the country. Although many POGO workers have not yet left, t
Sea cucumbers, abalones, king crabs, caviar, these high-end ingredients here only cost a few dozen yuan per person;The streets are bustling with women, who are fashionable, charming, and generous, and see marrying Chinese men as the best choice;Can you believe that such a place really exists in Asi
