Experts suggest that Thailand seize the opportunity in gambling to lead the regional forefront.

Bo Bernhard, the Vice President of Economic Development at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, recently pointed out during his visit to Bangkok that Thailand could surpass Singapore as the new center of entertainment tourism in Asia if it develops integrated resorts under a strict regulatory framew

The list of nominees for the 2025 Asia-Pacific Global Game Awards has been confirmed and will be announced at the SiGMA Asia Summit in Manila, Philippines.

After a detailed review of all the nominations submitted by various companies earlier this year, as well as recommendations from industry advisors and experts, the shortlist for the 2025 Asia-Pacific Global Gaming Awards has been finalized."The past 12 months have been eventful for the gaming indus

The Duality of Prohibition and Permission: The Differentiated Gambling Strategies of the Philippines and Thailand in Online Betting

IntroductionIn recent years, the online iGaming market in Asia has expanded rapidly, with the Philippines and Thailand as important gaming markets in Southeast Asia. Despite adopting different regulatory models, their geographical proximity, cultural similarities, and complementary market demands h

Earthquake Doesn't Stop Casino Gambling Bill! Wisut Chainarun Defies Opposition, Parliament to Decide on April 9

The Thai government is accelerating the legalization process of the gambling industry, with the entertainment complex bill expected to be submitted to the parliament for deliberation on April 9. Despite some opposition, the government remains firm in its push, emphasizing that this is not only to pr

Thai Finance Minister: The proportion of casinos will be strictly controlled, not exceeding 10%

Recently, Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Julapan, detailed the casino ratio regulations in the "Comprehensive Entertainment Venues Draft" during an interview at the Prime Minister's Office.He stated that the draft does not specify the casino ratio, as it aims to avoid excessive

The Thai government plans to amend the entertainment complex act, raising the gambling space limit to 10%.

The Thai Ministry of Finance has requested the Council of State to revise the currently deliberated Entertainment Complex Act to increase the maximum area allowed for gambling within each complex from the initially set 5% to 10%.According to the Bangkok Post, Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornviv

Philippines and Thailand Sign Historic Agreement: Jointly Creating a New Era of Tourism and Gambling in Southeast Asia

The Philippines and Thailand have signed a five-year tourism cooperation agreement aimed at promoting joint development in tourism and the hotel industry.This agreement is seen as a milestone, with the goal of strengthening cooperation in the tourism sector and further promoting cross-border exchang

The Thai government is advancing a comprehensive entertainment venue management bill, which may lead to a national referendum.

Mr. Pakorn Nilpraphan, Secretary-General of the State Council, revealed at the Governor's House that the draft bill for the operation of integrated entertainment venues (the "Bill") has begun to be deliberated.The progress of the bill aligns with the government's policy objectives, aiming to create

Thailand plans to vigorously develop the entertainment industry, betting on casinos to boost the economy.

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

Thailand Legalizes Gambling, Motives Revealed

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

Thaksin defends the legalization of gambling in Thailand, critics condemn the "sin economy"

Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra defended the government's entertainment complex bill, pointing out that the controversial casinos only hold a 10% stake in each venue, while a Democrat Party member accused the Pheu Thai Party-led government of attempting to establish a "sin economy."Thaksin

From the Philippines to Thailand, from Thailand to Dubai, when will the great migration of gamblers end?

In 2024, the Asian gambling industry experienced a sustained "migration tide" of gambling personnel.From the Philippines to Thailand, and then from Thailand to Dubai, why do these practitioners repeatedly choose to relocate? Is it the result of tightening policies, or the predicament of the industry

Thailand's jungle is not safe either! You could be "invited in" at any moment!

As the Philippine government completely bans offshore gambling (POGO) operations, a large number of gambling practitioners and related industry personnel are forced to look for new survival spaces.As an important country in Southeast Asia, Thailand has become the preferred destination for these "wil

21 Indian nationals arrested in Pattaya for operating illegal online gambling sites!

The major shift in Philippine gambling, international tycoons collaborate with gambling giants to establish a new base in Thailand.

As the Philippine government intensifies its crackdown on illegal online gambling, along with the recent issuance of a comprehensive ban on POGOs, the Philippines has almost become inhospitable for gambling operations.In this environment, many gambling groups have withdrawn from the Philippines in s