Thai Senate prepares to debate committee opposition to casino bill
Thailand’s Senate is due to debate on 23 September a committee report opposing the previous administration’s casino-complex bill, which was withdrawn before a Cabinet vote in July. The committee says the proposal lacks evidence of economic benefits and raises constitutional, social and financial risks; it recommends abandoning the plan or, if it proceeds, conducting impact assessments and a public referendum.
The debate may influence whether Thailand revives casino legislation and what assessments or public approval would be required.