MANILA, Philippines — President Duterte wants to limit the number of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) in the Philippines, saying the presence of too many gaming hubs has “side effects” and will pose difficulties for regulators. Duterte said while POGOs have created jobs, they cannot be “in every town and city,” otherwise authorities would not be able to police them all. “If you add more to this number presently operating you will not be able to police them all. Last year, China asked the Philippines to ban online gaming, saying it could lead to crimes like money laundering. Duterte said China, through its new ambassador Huang Xilian, has vowed not to interfere with the Philippines’ law enforcement efforts against Chinese nationals who violate the law.

Source: Philippine Star January 13, 2020 15:56 UTC