Despite his critical stance on online gambling, Brazilian Finance Minister Fernando Haddad openly supports the legalization of physical casinos and bingo halls. In an interview with Canal Livre TV, Haddad used gambling regulation as an example to discuss the potential and advantages of physical gamb
Recently, online scam parks and border casinos in countries such as Cambodia and Myanmar have once again become a focal point of regional public opinion. Reports from multiple international organizations indicate that the cross-border scam industry in Southeast Asia has rapidly expanded over the pas
Brazil's long-shelved proposal for the regulation of physical casinos will be put back on the agenda after the Senate recess. Bill No. 2234/2022 proposes to allow the legal operation of physical casinos, bingo halls, instant lotteries, and horse race betting, which have been banned since 1946.The pr
Due to political turmoil and public boycotts, the bill to legalize casinos in Thailand's integrated resorts has been forced to be shelved. Although the government calls it a "strategic pause," its future remains uncertain. The media interviewed local gambling and legal experts to analyze the reasons
Sri Lanka, striving to break through on the road to economic recovery, is injecting new vitality into national development through the dual drive of "gambling" and "art".The major flagship project located in Colombo Port City, Clothespin Towers, is about to officially launch, with a total investment
The "Entertainment Places Act" in Thailand was suddenly withdrawn by the government recently, and the draft bill on casino legalization that was scheduled for discussion in the parliament was temporarily canceled, triggering strong backlash from both the political arena and the public. Bunida, spoke
Thailand's central bank governor, Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput, warned that the legalization of casinos could pose a risk to the country's economic stability, especially as Thailand continues to face structural challenges and delayed recovery prospects.In a recent speech outlining Thailand's economic
The casino business is no longer just about winning or losing at the tables. In today's global gambling industry, a single game might involve real estate development, international tax planning, AI risk control algorithms, and even strategic games at the national level.From offline to online, from L
Thailand is quietly rising as the new star of the Asian gambling industry. According to the latest report by Maybank Kim Eng (Thailand), the EBITDA profit margin of Thai casino resorts is expected to reach 34%-49%, potentially surpassing Macau and Singapore to become the top in Asia.This significant
Despite the apparent unity of the ruling coalition in Thailand, undercurrents are swirling around the "Entertainment Complex Act." The government led by Prime Minister Pei Tongtan of the For Thai Party recently decided to postpone the parliamentary debate on this controversial bill until after July
On the eve of the traditional Thai festival Songkran, the debate over "entertainment complexes" and "casinos" has heated up again, sparking widespread social attention and discussion.In response to external skepticism, Thai Prime Minister Peitong Qin Naw recently stated in an interview that the gove
Chiang Mai, Thailand — Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra responded to the controversy surrounding the "Entertainment Complex Act" within the ruling coalition during a local festival event, emphasizing that the government will not waver in its determination to push forward reforms due to polic
On April 8th, during the routine cabinet meeting in Thailand, the draft of the "Comprehensive Entertainment Venues Management Bill" which was originally scheduled to be submitted to the House of Representatives for review the next day, was suddenly postponed by Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha. Thi
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 Thai government reported that a survey in March found that 80% of residents support the construction of entertainment centers with casinos. A former MP questioned the survey results.On March 27, Thai cabinet members passed the "Entertainment Complex Act," which will legalize casino resorts in th
