PAGCOR Archives - ASEAN Gaming Summit

PH Senator Sherwin Gatchalian: time to end all POGOs [podcast]

May 12, 2023 • 0 Comment

The end of all POGOs. That’s the objective of Philippine Senator Sherwin Gatchalian. Speaking to AGB, the official says that just ending POGOs is not enough to restore the country’s reputation, also calling for a complete restructuring of the regulatory body – confining PAGCOR to only be an operator, while setting up a new regulator – the opposite of PAGCOR’s current divestment plans.

PAGCOR Chair: new era for both operators and regulator

May 2, 2023 • 0 Comment

Alejandro H. Tengco, PAGCOR Chairman and CEO notes that the group is ushering in a new era as it partners with the industry and welcomes new and increased regulation. The group moves to sell off its own Casino Filipino assets, even while maintaining POGOs, despite some opposition towards offshore operations. The group’s head says healthy competition leads a strong market.

PAGCOR revival as Philippines gaming thrives: Daniel Cecilio

April 28, 2023 • 0 Comment

PAGCOR is undergoing a comprehensive upgrade, according to Daniel Cecilio, General Manager of the Licensing and Regulatory Group. The group is pushing to privatize its self-operated casinos and apply new reforms, from showrooms for suppliers, to gaming employment licenses and a restructuring of the operator itself, aiming to continue the Philippines’ robust gaming success.