Metro Marcos (CNN Philippines, July 11) — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called on the gaming regulator to remain unwavering and steadfast in “combating illicit activities” as he graced the agency’s 40th anniversary celebration on Tuesday.
“Let this anniversary therefore be a call to the future, a future where Pagcor is at the front and center in reshaping the gaming landscape with responsible practices, unwavering integrity and a steadfast commitment to combating illicit activities,” Marcos said during the event of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) in Pasay City.
Marcos’ speech comes weeks after over 2,000 workers – among them foreigners – were rescued in a raid at a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) hub in Las Piñas City.
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Marcos also recognized Pagcor’s contributions to the tourism industry, saying its efforts have not just attracted visitors to the country, but also employment to Filipinos.
