Marcos weighs online gambling ban as Philippine lawmakers press for action

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is considering calls for a complete ban on online gambling, with lawmakers hoping he will state his position in his 28 July State of the Nation Address. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said Marcos was weighing economic and social effects; she warned that a rushed ban could drive activity towards illegal sites. Several legislators have introduced or plan bills to prohibit online gambling, while PAGCOR and industry representatives oppose a complete ban.