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Thai Senate committee rejects proposed casino legalisation bill

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A Thai Senate committee rejected a bill proposing casino legalisation, citing social impact, economic disruption and national security concerns, according to reports. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul opposes gambling, while his predecessor, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, had supported the bill. The committee’s rejection leaves the proposal unapproved.

The committee’s rejection leaves Thailand’s casino legalisation proposal unapproved, affecting prospective market entrants.

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Story date11 August 20257 November 2025

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