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NBI to file charges vs. suspected POGO operators, workers in Davao del Norte
Authorities rescued 60 individuals, predominantly foreign nationals, from an alleged illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hub in Panabo City, Davao del Norte.
The operation was prompted by a Malaysian POGO worker who sought help, reporting her abduction and captivity.
Of the 60 individuals rescued, 56 are Chinese nationals, three are Malaysian, and one is a Filipina.
The NBI 11 reported that the property is owned by a Filipino, who will be subpoenaed.
The NBI stated the individuals were brought from Luzon to Davao del Norte about three months ago after their POGO operations there closed.
The NBI is investigating potential involvement of local government officials in protecting the POGO operations.
Two individuals impersonating NBI agents were apprehended for facilitating the illegal operation.
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A total of 187 Chinese nationals have been deported from the Philippines due to immigration violations and alleged links to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).
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Davao del Norte 2nd district Rep. Alan "Aldu" Dujali filed a resolution calling for an immediate House investigation into alleged involvement of provincial officials with illegal Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs).
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The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has reminded over 20,000 foreign workers associated with Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) to leave the country by the end of the year.
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The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has completed profiling nearly 28,000 direct workers of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), now referred to as Internet Gaming Licensees (IGLs).
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has directed government agencies to intensify efforts against illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).
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