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Panama’s gaming authority finds 95% compliance in casino safety inspections

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Source: Junta de Control de Juegos (Panama)

Panama’s Gaming Control Board inspected casinos and gaming halls in Coclé, Veraguas and Chiriquí to check COVID-19 safety measures, its executive secretary Manuel Sánchez said. Inspectors found 95% compliance on listed precautions, but identified cleaning failures and a venue operating without a permit; the latter was closed, while some operators were asked to respond before possible warnings or sanctions.

Operators face follow-up action for safety failures, while the authority continues inspections during the emergency.

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