Philippine casino developments surge amid online gambling crackdown

Brick-and-mortar establishments seen as easier to police for criminal activity

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The Philippines' gross gaming revenue reached about $5 billion in 2023, the highest ever. (Photo by Akira Kodaka)

YUKI FUJITA, Nikkei staff writer

MANILA -- Major Philippine companies like Alliance Global Group (AGI) are planning large-scale integrated resorts with casinos amid a crackdown on online gaming led by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., anticipating a rise in demand for brick-and-mortar establishments.

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