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Thailand court removes Paetongtarn as casino bill faces uncertainty

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Thailand’s Constitutional Court removed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on 29 August, ruling six to three that she breached ethical standards. The casino bill, previously withdrawn by the Cabinet before a planned July vote, faces an uncertain future as Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul seeks to form a government and has opposed gambling legalisation.

The change in government could delay or halt the casino legislation that would enable casino development in Thailand.

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Japan’s National Police Agency proposes 30% pachinko machine fee cut

Japan’s National Police Agency has proposed reducing standard approval fees for pachinko and pachislot machines by about 30%, with revised rates due to take effect on 1 April 2027 if approved. The certification fee for an already type-tested model would fall from JPY4,340 to JPY3,030, while testing requirements would remain unchanged.

Japan’s National Police Agency has proposed reducing standard approval fees for pachinko and pachislot machines by around 30%.

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