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In a landmark decision, Thailand’s cabinet has approved a draft law called the Entertainment Complex Business Act aimed at legalizing integrated resorts. This move could hopefully be followed by legislation centered on online gaming.

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Majority opposes Thailand’s casino and online gambling plans: Survey 

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Thailand

Bangkok Port among potential locations for Thailand’s IR plans

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Thailand

Thai IR legislation lacking clarity: Economist

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Thailand

Thai gov’t gives Council of State 50 days to review IR law, says no need for referendum

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Thai Gov’t should use IR bill as opportunity to also advance with online gaming legislation: Experts

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Thailand

Thailand’s entertainment complexes to create 20,000 jobs per site

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Thailand’s casino bill expected to be enacted in early 2026: Report

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Thai gov’t could move into online gaming legalization following IR bill approval: Analyst

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Thailand

Thailand’s draft casino bill approved by Cabinet

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Thailand

Thai Council of State planning to oppose IR bill

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Macau

Melco keen on Thai gaming license, aims to develop ‘soft power’ talent

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Thailand

Thai government starting discussions to legalize online gambling: report

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Thailand

Thai casino legalization bill gives government final say on casino location

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Thailand

Thai casino investors to remain cautious despite court rejecting petition against Thaksin: Expert

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Thailand

Thailand’s casino bill poised for approval in 2025: Gov’t

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Thailand

Casinos a significant boost for Thailand’s tourism – Agoda CEO

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Thailand

Thailand to double the capacity of six international airports by 2032

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Thailand casino law to be submitted to cabinet this year

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Thailand

Inside the heated debate over legalizing casinos in Thailand

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Macau tourism authorities issue safety advice ahead of 2026 World Cup

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Macau’s Tourism Office reminds residents heading to North America for the World Cup to stay alert to safety risks.
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