POGO

Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) are foreign-owned online gaming companies that have operated in the Philippines, often linked to illegal activities such as money laundering, human trafficking, and cybercrime. Recent crackdowns by government agencies have led to the deportation of hundreds of foreign nationals and the closure of several POGO facilities, reflecting the administration's strict stance against illegal gaming operations. These efforts are part of broader anti-organized crime initiatives aimed at protecting the country's legal and social order.