Good Morning: An onerous process, but one that appears to be progressing. Thailand’s government cabinet has now approved the draft law aimed at setting up entertainment complexes with casinos in the country. While questions remain, certain amendments are likely, marking a positive step forward for the country’s gaming aspirations. Meanwhile in Macau, analysts predict that GGR will remain consistent throughout the year, due to a normalizing growth pattern.
What you need to know
- Thailand’s government cabinet has approved a draft law aimed at establishing casinos in a “significant step” for the industry.
- Analysts from CreditSights forecast that a normalizing growth pattern in Macau‘s GGR will remain consistent throughout 2025.
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THAILAND
Cabinet approves draft law for casinos
Thailand’s government cabinet has approved the draft law aiming to establish casinos and entertainment complexes in the country. A committee will now be appointed to review and possibly amend the law, as primary concerns remain. This includes the $1.5 million bank account stipulation for locals to be able to gamble. The move follows four rounds of public hearings, which revealed that the majority of respondents support the new bill. The bill will now undergo deliberation in the House, which could take up to six months.
ASEAN Gaming Summit 2025
Day 1 of the ASEAN Gaming Summit 2025 was filled with valuable insights. PAGCOR Chairman Alejandro H. Tengco delivered a compelling keynote, highlighting the promising future of the Philippines’ gaming sector. The day continued with expert panels exploring key topics such as online gambling licensing, AI innovations, and KYC challenges.
Day 2 of the ASEAN Gaming Summit 2025 was focused on innovation and strategy, with panels exploring marketing trends, electronic table games (ETGs), and AI-driven solutions. Experts shared insights on enhancing customer engagement and improving operational efficiency through advanced technologies.
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