Manila Bulletin
'Whole-of-government approach' needed to address POGO issues -- DOJ
A Department of Justice (DOJ) official suggested that the government should thoroughly study the pros and cons of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hubs.
This comes as lawmakers are divided on a proposed ban for POGOs, with some citing national security concerns raised by the Defense Secretary.
The House Committee on Games and Amusement had previously approved a bill to ban POGOs due to associated crimes, though it has yet to be discussed in the plenary.
Several senators have expressed support for banning illegal POGOs, highlighting the need to assess if the advantages of the industry outweigh its social costs and public safety consequences.
The DOJ official emphasized that a comprehensive, whole-of-government approach is necessary to effectively manage the POGO industry, involving all relevant agencies.
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