Malaysia's Genting makes surprise bid for Macao gaming rights

Gambling hub kicks off licensing race with seven companies vying for six spots

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The gaming floor at MGM Cotai casino in Macao: The gaming hub has been battered by COVID curbs that have sharply reduced visitor numbers. © Reuters

PAK YIU, Nikkei staff writer

HONG KONG -- Macao kicked off a casino licensing review process on Friday as Malaysia's Genting Group made a surprise bid to unseat one of the gaming hub's six current operators.

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