"Gamble" for the future? Sri Lanka's Port City invests $540 million to build a landmark, with the legalization of casinos aiding as a new engine for recovery.

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

Thailand's Casino Bill Not Dead? Parliament's Withdrawal Hides Intent to "Reintroduce When Opportune"

The "Entertainment Places Act" in Thailand was suddenly withdrawn by the government recently, and the draft bill on casino legalization that was scheduled for discussion in the parliament was temporarily canceled, triggering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

The Governor of the Bank of Thailand warns: Legalizing casinos may boost the grey economy, threatening economic recovery.

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 True Face of the Gambling Business: From Macau to Malta, How Does the Global Gaming Industry Operate?

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

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Thailand's casinos EBITDA may become Asia's number one! Malayan Bank: Tax advantages crush Macau Singapore

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

The fate of the Thai casino bill hangs on the 2027 election? The ruling coalition is now divided.

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

Thai entertainment complex plan sparks controversy: Economic opportunity or mere casino legalization?

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

Thaksin firmly supports the entertainment complex bill: Coalition differences are controllable, government's determination remains unchanged.

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

Thai Political Storm Escalates: Power Struggle and Religious Taboos Behind the Delayed Deliberation of the "Comprehensive Entertainment Venue Management Bill"

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

Ketira mocks the opposition: Why fight against illegal gambling but oppose the legalization of casinos?

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

Depth: Has the public opinion poll on the Thai casino gambling bill been manipulated?

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

The Evolution of Legal Gambling: Casinos and Cockfighting in the Philippines

The Philippines is one of the few countries globally where casinos are legalized and operated under state control, and alongside it, a traditional entertainment industry worth over a hundred billion pesos: cockfighting.Here, gambling is not a shady underground business but a legal industry written i

Has the legalization of casinos in Thailand led to worsening public security? Taiwanese experts analyze: Policy regulation is key!

To stimulate investment and tourism, a research report submitted to the House of Representatives shows that Thailand is reconsidering the legalization of casinos. A research report scheduled to be submitted to the parliament on March 28 points out that although the only gambling activities currently

Casino legalization faces obstacles! Critics question the government's real motives.

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 former Prime Minister of Thailand warned against opening casinos, calling the proposal "dangerous" for society.

The Entertainment Complex Act in Thailand will legalize casinos, amidst growing opposition. Former Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva expressed that the plan would lead to "significant social problems".At a recent meeting about the government's gambling plan, Abhisit (who served as the Prime Minister