The Philippines Islands are quickly recognizing the value that legal gambling has brought to the region. With the benefits of an economic boost and increased tourism, the online and offline gambling industry is constantly expanding and evolving in the region. This section of our website is where you can stay up to date on the latest news and human interest stories related to legal casino gambling in the Philippines.
We will include news concerning all aspects of the industry, focusing on both legal online casino gambling in the Philippines as well as the segment of the industry dedicated to brick and mortar casinos. Any shifts that take place in the legal landscape or laws of the Filipino gambling industry will be covered here as well to ensure you have access to the most current information at all times.
Duterte On the Fence About Gambling
Since Duterte has taken office in 2016, he has waged war on gambling in the Philippines – but where have these efforts taken the country since he has changed his … Read more
City Of Dreams Casino Expansion Plans For Philippines
Premium Leisure Corporation (PLC), an investment holding group, announced they want to expand their City of Dreams Casino brand in the Philippines. Last week the investment group told media sources … Read more
PAGCOR Fights Quezon Over Fees: Solaire Project Continues
Quezon City recently attempted to place a local ordinance restricting gambling but PAGCOR has stepped in to make things clear. Quezon City Vice Mayor Joy Belmonte attempted to push a … Read more
Play’n Go Gets Authorization From PAGCOR To Offer Online Casino Games
Play’n Go a supplier of online casino games was recently permitted by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) to expand into the Philippines. PAGCOR’s authorization will allow Play’n Go … Read more
Nearing The End Of Gaming In The Philippines
The discussion to end gaming in the Philippines has been long but we may finally see the result of these talks. Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has expressed ending the development … Read more
PAGCOR Says Quezon City Cannot Impose Casino Entry Fee
Quezon city officials recently told media outlets that they are going to impose a casino entry fee on city residents. The proposed entry fee would generate additional income and detur … Read more
Quezon City Looking To Block Proposed Casino, PAGCOR Responds
The Philippines has become known for its luxurious casinos that boost tourism and funds the local economy, but Quezon City is not ready to let more casinos move in. A … Read more
POGO Licenses Now Require Registration
The Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has requested the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) suspend their POGO licensing scheme until clearance is secured by the tax agency. PAGCOR … Read more
Philippine State-Owned Casinos Rake In $1.3 Billion For 2018
For 2018, state-owned casinos have reportedly earned $1.3b last year to end the year with an 18% increase from 2017. The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) currently operates eight … Read more
PAGCOR Asks Duterte To Ease Casino Ban To Boost Industry
In January of 2018 Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte issued a nationwide moratorium on new domestic casino licenses stating that there are already too many casinos. Now Andrea Domingo, the current head … Read more