The Macau Government Tourist Office's Deputy Director, Cheng Wai Tong, announced that the region's target of 33 million visitors for 2024 is likely to be surpassed, potentially reaching 34 million by the end of December.

Macau

Las Vegas Sands CEO reduces personal share in the group

Nelson Moura - December 4, 2024 0

Las Vegas Sands (LVS) CEO and chairman Robert Goldstein sold 60,200 common shares on November 29th at $53.02 per share, totaling approximately $3.19 million, and further reducing its stock in the gaming group, a recent regulatory filing revealed.

Philippines

11K foreign POGO workers have already left the Philippines: Govt

Viviana Chan - December 4, 2024 0

Nearly 11,000 foreign workers employed by Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) have left the country, according to the Philippines Bureau of Immigration (BI).

Singapore

Singapore authorities crack down on illegal online gambling activities to obtain limited edition POPMART toys

Nelson Moura - December 4, 2024 0

Authorities in Singapore have issued warnings about a rising trend where individuals are engaging in illegal online gambling to obtain limited edition Labubu toys, claiming this activity is reportedly in violation of the Gambling Control Act.

South Korea

South Korea’s GKL casino sales up 32.6% YoY in November

Viviana Chan - December 4, 2024 0

Grand Korea Leisure (GKL), South Korea’s operator of foreigner-only casinos, reported a 32.6 percent year-on-year increase in casino sales for November, which rose to KRW 37.0 billion ($26.2 million). This represents a 21.1 percent increase compared to October.

Philippines

Former PH presidential spokesperson refutes human trafficking charges, from Abu Dhabi

Kelsey Wilhelm - December 4, 2024 0

Former Philippine presidential spokesperson Harry Roque has refuted the human trafficking charges filed against him, albeit from Abu Dhabi.

Macau

Macau gaming operators-led revitalization projects bring 1.7M visits: Secretary

Viviana Chan - December 4, 2024 0

Macau’s ongoing efforts to revitalize six historic districts through collaboration with casino operators have seen a positive response, with over 1.7 million visits recorded during performance and show periods.

Philippines

Philippines unlikely to achieve tourist target, with only 5M visitors in 11 months

Viviana Chan - December 3, 2024 0

According to data from the Department of Tourism (DOT), the Philippines welcomed nearly 5 million international visitors between January and November, making it unlikely that the country will meet its target of 7.7 million international arrivals for 2024.

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