CEBU CITY — Sen. Imee Marcos has called for the suspension of the Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) following the discovery of anomalies, including the trafficking of foreign nationals.
Marcos said in a press conference in Mandaue City on Monday that she does not oppose gambling, acknowledging its revenue generation and contribution to the Philippine economy. However, she emphasized the necessity of suspending POGOs due to current issues.
POGO SUSPENSION Sen. Imee Marcos stresses a point during a press conference in Mandaue City on July 8, 2024, in which she called for the suspension of operations of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) in light of recent discoveries of various anomalies. The senator is in Metro Cebu to grace the openings of the Palaro Pambansa hosted by Cebu City, the National Schools Press Conference competition hosted by Carcar City, and the National Festival of Talents in the City of Naga. PHOTO BY KAISER JAN FUENTES
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