Thai Prime Minister Pei Tongtan Qin Na Wa made a speech after the cabinet meeting at the Prime Minister's Office, stating that the entertainment complex bill still needs further study and is not yet ready for cabinet review.When asked about the protesters opposing the bill gathering in front of the
The Secretary of the Interior of Thailand, Daisuli, revealed that the new draft of the "Gambling Law" was open for public comment from January 30 to February 14. The results showed that 56.24% of the public agreed with the draft law, while the remaining 43.76% disagreed.Most people believe that the
In recent years, the Thai government has gradually opened up its attitude towards the legalization of gambling, hoping to increase national revenue and regulate industry development.However, this plan has encountered challenges in policy formulation, public opinion, and interest divergence, making t
The Thai parliamentary committee convened a meeting, requesting relevant agencies to clarify the details of amending ministerial regulations and discussed how to legalize underground gambling to regulate "online gambling" activities.This meeting was chaired by Mr. Kornwee Prisananantakul, a member o
The Thai government has recently proposed a highly discussed plan to legalize casinos and cleverly package them as comprehensive entertainment projects, sparking widespread social discussion and controversy.Behind this bold plan is a proposal by former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra to legalize o
With the Thai government's approval of the "Entertainment Complex Business Act" draft on the 13th, the process of legalizing gambling in Thailand has officially taken a crucial step forward.This bill not only promotes a major transformation in Thailand's entertainment industry but also sets a new be
The entertainment complex bill advocated by former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has sparked public debate. The bill aims to establish comprehensive entertainment facilities, offering a variety of entertainment options, with casinos accounting for less than 10% of the facilities. Despite th
Bangkok — As the Thai government pushes forward a bill known as the "Comprehensive Entertainment Business Act," aimed at legalizing casinos and stimulating economic recovery through this project, domestic and international controversies continue to escalate.This policy is considered a "big gamble" b
Thai Government's Stance on the Legalization of GamblingRecent events have put significant pressure on the Thai government, particularly the Wang Xing case, which has negatively impacted its international reputation.The Prime Minister of Thailand not only personally announced the rescue of Wang Xin
According to Prommin Lertsuridej, the Secretary-General to the Prime Minister of Thailand, seven major international investors have expressed strong interest in the casino resort complex planned to launch in Thailand in 2029.These investors plan to invest in complexes in locations including Bangkok,
On January 13, 2025, the Thai Cabinet approved a controversial bill aimed at legalizing casinos within specific "entertainment complexes."The core goal of the bill is to boost tourism, create jobs, and address the long-standing issue of illegal gambling in Thailand.Core Content of the BillAccording
The government's proposal to establish an integrated entertainment project including casinos in Bangkok or the eastern coast has recently faced some resistance. Last week, the State Council raised objections, arguing that this large-scale project does not align with the government's policy of promot
On January 13, 2025, Thai Prime Minister Pei Tongtan announced that the Thai cabinet has approved the "Entertainment Complex Act Draft" drafted by the Ministry of Finance, which will legalize gambling and casinos in Thailand.This decision not only represents a significant shift in Thailand's economi
Critics call on the government to carefully weigh the risks and benefits when discussing the legalization and regulation of online gambling, warning that the proposal could cause more harm to the country.Last week, Thai Deputy Prime Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong announced that the government wil
On January 7, 2025, the Thai government began in-depth discussions on the legalization of online gambling while pushing for the legalization of physical casinos within entertainment complexes.As the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, Thailand is seeking to further tap into the tax potential b