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PAGCOR Launches Education Initiative to Combat Online Gambling

9/16/2025

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The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) is implementing a gaming education framework to address illegal online gambling.
PAGCOR Vice President Dr. Angelito Domingo highlighted the need for collaboration among regulators, operators, and the community.
The Philippines ranks as Asia's second-largest online gambling hub, following Macau.
Nearly 50% of the working-age population participates in online gambling, often at low stakes.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has prohibited offshore gambling operators due to addiction and public health issues.

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Story summary

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) is implementing a gaming education framework to address illegal online gambling.
PAGCOR Vice President Dr. Angelito Domingo highlighted the need for collaboration among regulators, operators, and the community.
The Philippines ranks as Asia's second-largest online gambling hub, following Macau.
Nearly 50% of the working-age population participates in online gambling, often at low stakes.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has prohibited offshore gambling operators due to addiction and public health issues.