Entertainment
On January 13, the Thailand cabinet has approved a draft law today to legalize gambling and casinos in the Southeast Asian nation.
The Integrated Entertainment Business Act, or Entertainment Complex Bill, proposes allowing casinos in integrated resorts. Thailand’s cabinet has forwarded the draft to parliament for review, with potential approval by mid-2025, pending both Senate and House consent.
Thailand enforces a near-total gambling ban, allowing only a few legal options, such as state-controlled horse racing and the official lottery. Despite this, illegal gambling remains a widespread issue. The cabinet aims to address these challenges with the new law, promoting safe and regulated gambling environments.
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Ani Ghahramanyan