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Anwar says Malaysia will step up action against illegal gambling

Enforcement & compliance

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim told parliament that enforcement agencies had seized assets worth billions of ringgit from illegal gambling operations and that the government would intensify its efforts. He said overseas-based operators and rapidly changing online platforms make enforcement difficult, and urged the public to report suspicious activity.

Operators face continued enforcement against illegal gambling, including activity conducted through overseas online platforms.

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Conajzar and DNIT announce nationwide action against illegal gambling in Paraguay

Paraguay’s National Gambling Commission (Conajzar) and National Directorate of Tax Revenue (DNIT) announced plans for nationwide inspections targeting illegal gambling. Conajzar president Carlos Liseras said authorities were compiling countrywide data ahead of the operations. DNIT chief Oscar Orué said the agency would also continue checks on slot machines and roulette games that do not comply with current rules.

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