Lawmakers Advocate for Online Gambling Ban in the Philippines
Two Philippine lawmakers, Ernix Dionisio and Irwin Tieng, are advocating for a ban on online gambling, citing concerns about its impact on youth and economically disadvantaged individuals. They emphasize that gambling should be restricted to casinos and are working on legislation to permanently ban Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs). The lawmakers also highlight regulatory issues and crimes associated with POGOs, stressing the need for PAGCOR to focus on regulation rather than participation.