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PAGCOR opposes Philippine online gambling ban, citing PHP100bn annual revenue

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PAGCOR has opposed proposals to ban online gambling in the Philippines, advocating tighter regulation instead. Chair and chief executive Alejandro H. Tengco said the sector generates more than PHP100 billion annually for government and supports about 32,000 direct jobs; PAGCOR also plans a 24-hour support hotline and player-monitoring tools.

The debate may determine whether operators face a prohibition or tighter oversight, including new player-protection measures.

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PAGCOR outlines regulatory framework changes and proposed role separation

PAGCOR chair and chief executive Alejandro H. Tengco said the agency's regulatory framework should adapt to changes in the gambling market at a forum in Pasay City on 17 September 2026. He said a proposal to separate PAGCOR's regulatory and operating functions is under review by the Governance Commission for GOCCs, after which it would go to the Office of the President for consideration.

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