The new bill competes with a previous version and expands on operator qualifications Thailand has taken another step toward casino legalization with a newly proposed bill emphasizing the concept of “Entertainment Complexes.” Announced by Chulapong Yukate, a member of the Thai People’s Party, the bill introduces a model combining shopping, hospitality, and entertainment with a
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Thailand Needs More Time to Figure Out Casino Legislation
The government is going to delay taking further action until it better understands the industry Thailand’s government has decided to take a step back on its plans to legalize casino entertainment complexes, opting for more discussions with coalition members and stakeholders before moving forward. The proposal, spearheaded by the Pheu Thai-led administration, aims to establish
Thailand’s Casino Legislation To Undergo Major Overhaul
The government will have to review 45 changes following a public consultation Thailand is set to undergo a significant change in its casino legislation as the Fiscal Policy Office (FPO) has wrapped up public hearings on a proposed entertainment complex bill. The findings from these hearings are expected to be submitted to the Cabinet soon,
Thailand’s Casino Plans Now Include Three in Bangkok
The country’s new PM has confirmed plans to move forward with casino legalization Thailand’s new Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, is planning to boost the nation’s economy with an initiative that includes the development of seven integrated casino resorts. According to local media reports, three of these large-scale resorts are proposed to be located in Bangkok.
Good News for Thailand Casino Efforts as Inbound PM Promises Her Support
The country’s incoming prime minister has already confirmed her status on legalized casinos Thailand’s efforts to legalize casinos have gained momentum with the support of the country’s new Prime Minister (PM), Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Taking office yesterday, Shinawatra, who at 37 is Thailand’s youngest-ever PM, has expressed her commitment to continuing the push for casino legalization.
Thailand Closer To Introducing Legalized Casinos
The country has published its draft casino proposal to allow for public feedback A draft bill for proposed casino legislation has been recently released by Thailand’s Council of State and public feedback is being received until August 18. The 22-page document, titled the Complete Entertainment Business Act B.E., shares different plans to create large-scale entertainment
Thailand’s chances for casino legalization are improving
The country’s government is closer to approving the rules to allow casinos for the first time Thailand’s Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat recently announced that a report regarding the proposal to legalize casinos in the country will be available in three to four weeks for cabinet review. The final draft of the bill to authorize
Thailand moving forward with casino legalization bill
The country’s House of Representatives could debate casino legalization next week Thailand is the only non-Muslim ASEAN country with no legal casinos. However, a committee of the Thai National Assembly is weighing the possibility of legalizing retail gaming venues on March 28. According to a report from Inside Asian Gaming, the country’s Deputy Finance Minister,